Oboe Lessons in South Boston. Amazing Teachers.

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I have my Bachelor's degree in Music from Rhode Island College, where I studied oboe and bassoon. I can make and adjust reeds, to best help my students produce a sound that they are happy with. I am currently pursuing my Master's degree at Longy School of Music, in Boston.

Lessons can be as relaxed or fast-paced as they need to be, I take a very individualized approach to meet the needs of each student's abilities. I love to give my students choices in their musical path- making music should be fun and enjoyable! Despite that, we still get to business when we have to.

Let's make some music together!

Oboe:
A family of double reed woodwind musical instruments, they are usually made of wood, but there are also oboes made of synthetic materials. The Oboe is commonly used in concert bands, orchestras, chamber music, film music, in some genres of folk music, and as a solo instrument, and is occasionally heard in jazz, rock music, pop music, and popular music. I will begin by teaching the basics of breath control, apeture, fingering, the reed, notes, rhythms, reading, songs, theory, and soloing.

Although the oboe can be a difficult instrument at times, I always found joy each and every time I picked up my instrument to play and I hope to pass along this enthusiasm to my students. I believe in building a solid foundation through long tones, scales and etudes to build endurance and train the ears to recognize intonation and intervals. At the same time, lyrical solo works helps support the students musicality and phrasing. I believe a healthy balance of both will put any student on the right path toward progress, while also building confidence and enthusiasm.

One of my favorite instruments to teach-- I often say that my specialty is convincing people that they should play double reed instruments! Generally seen as more of a challenge, double reeds like the oboe can be frustrating for beginners, but don't worry-- I can guide you through any troubles and help you learn this beautiful instrument.

Anyone who wants to play the oboe are welcome! DOCTOR OF MUSICAL ARTS, degrees from Yale, USC, and UT Austin.

Experienced teacher of 5 years. Learn to play music you like while improving on the oboe! If you are interested in reed-making I will customize my approach to fit any level. Current Master’s student at UC College-Conservatory of Music.