Hunt Valley, MD Oboe Lessons

Currently Principal oboe of The Miami Symphony Orchestra
I have performed with several orchestras in Europe and United States.
Florida Lake Symphony , American Ballet Theater, Munich Philharmoniker Germany , Chelsea Opera , NY , Reading Symphony Orchetsra PA .
Studied with
Joseph Robinson- Former Principal oboe of New York Philharmonic
Jared Hauser
Paolo Grazia Principal oboe Teatro Comunale di Bologna

Whether you are starting out on oboe, switching from another instrument, preparing for an audition, or simply looking to brush up on your skills, I can help you reach your oboe goals!

All lessons are customized to your interests and needs. My teaching experience ranges from complete beginners to advanced students. We can work on everything from the fundamentals and etudes to advanced recital and audition repertoire! For those looking to branch out, we can also cover English horn playing in the lessons.

Reeds are always a concern for oboists and I can help with buying advice or learning to make your own reeds! I can also work on or sell personalized reeds in person or via mail.

For students wishing to broaden their musical insights, I also can incorporate music theory and history into the lessons. I teach college music theory students of all levels so I am very comfortable in this area as well.

I am a professional oboist residing in New Orleans. I perform with the ...

35 + yrs playing/teaching experience
Classical
Fun mixed with work

I've been teaching Oboe for 8 years and my students have gone on to College, and other performing goals.I use a variety of books from the typical book you would use as a student in a band program to a more advanced method for other players. Each student is different so I try to evolve to meet their specific needs and learning styles. I love working with students of all ages and experience levels and I can't wait to meet you! I plan and offer yearly professional student performances to give each student practical applications to their instruction!

With 10 years of teaching experience, I specialize in working with students of all ages and abilities. Lessons incorporate music theory, technique, and lyrical expression. I look forward to helping you reach your goals!

I hold a Master's Degree in Oboe Performance from the Bob Cole Conservatory of Music at California State University, Long Beach. During my studies I studied with Carolyn Hove and Humbert Lucarelli.

I am a freelance oboist and teacher in the Baltimore area. I currently perform with Concert Artists of Baltimore, the Mid-Atlantic Symphony, the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic, as well as several other regional ensembles. Previously to that, I spent three years as Co-Principal Oboe of a professional orchestra in Osaka, Japan. I have studied under leading oboists including Eugene Izotov (Principal Oboe, San Francisco Symphony), Alex Klein (Principal Oboist, Chicago Symphony Orchestra), and Robert Walters (English Horn, Cleveland Orchestra). I received my Master of Music degree in Oboe Performance from DePaul University, and my Bachelor of Music degree from the Oberlin Conservatory of Music.

All of my students play on professionally handmade reeds crafted by myself, which gives them a huge advantage from the start. It can be very challenging to find comfortable reeds with a beautiful sound at a music store. I am able to adjust the reeds based on the student's skill level and ...

I like to work on tone, technique, sight reading and musicality in lessons. I also play duets with students during lessons to work on tone blending as well as intonation.
I can also teach reed making and reed adjustment.

I began taking oboe lessons at the age of 8 and have continued with the instrument through a Music Performance degree at Chapman University and am currently completing my Masters degree in Oboe Performance and the University of Southern California. As an oboe teacher, I find it equally important for my students to strengthen their technique and their musicality. To become a strong oboist, it is important to not only play the music properly, but to put a little bit of yourself into every piece you play. I also specialize in reed-making, and love helping students with their reeds, as well as sell reeds to young oboists.

I am very passionate about music and oboe, so I can provide lots of important info about college auditions and prepping for an upcoming concert! I have played many pieces from the standard oboe repertoire and have learned many of the prominent orchestral excerpts for oboe! I can also help with any reed making questions!

Students will learn the proper way to play the oboe, including instruction in technique, producing a good sound, and music literacy.