White Plains, NY Oboe Lessons

I teach how to play with appropriate technique, fingers, breath support and control.

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

I started teaching oboe while finishing my bachelor's degree, and have found it to be incredibly rewarding. I love sharing my knowledge, helping my students advance and find even greater enjoyment playing. I feel very fortunate because as a regularly performing musician, I have had the opportunity to immerse myself in many styles of music. Though it is incredibly important to learn the basics of oboe, and to become educated in the classics, expanding one's pallet with pop, jazz and world-music, for example, should also come into play.

During lessons we'll focus on technique building exercises, pieces from the standard oboe repertoire, and will often play duets together. If you are in school and would like to bring your band/orchestra music to lessons, feel free!

Since reeds are such an important part of being an oboe player, I teach reed adjustments for students playing at an intermediate level, and for advanced students, reed making from scratch.

My philosophy is that ...

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

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.

Experienced music teacher of 7 years available for eager students of all experience levels and ages!

Experienced Music teacher of 8 years available for eager students of all experience levels and ages! I structure my lessons so students learn what they want to learn, while also building a strong foundation of their instrument and theory skills. I specialize in all styles. Typically, I use a variety of method books to pick from to meet the needs of the students. I also have many tools available to use during lessons.
My students have gone on to NYSSMA and on to college auditions successfully!

Hello!

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!

I have some experience with oboe in the wind ensemble. In my class, you will learn the basics of the double reed, position, breathing, fingerings, and scales. We will also have fun together with other music pieces within your level. Looking forward to see you!

Chicago native Sarah Balzer began studying the oboe at age ten. Sarah earned a Bachelor of Music degree in oboe performance at University of Maryland, College Park in 2013 studying with Mark Hill. She received her MM in Oboe performance at DePaul University studying with Eugene Izotov and playing with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. Sarah has performed with the Quad City Symphony and the Elmhurst Symphony among others and has attended summer festivals such as Banff Center, Domaine Forget Academy, and YOA Orchestra of the Americas. A graduate of the YOA Global Leaders program, Sarah has taught and performed in venues across Chile, The Dominican Republic, Honduras, Jamaica, and Mexico. As a teacher, Sarah has taught at the People's Music School in Chicago and is currently coaches at the DC Youth Orchestra Program. An active chamber musician, Sarah performs with Potomac Winds, a Washington D.C. based ensemble currently in residence with the Talbot County Arts Council and Talbot County ...