Author: Chris P
Date: 2007-03-11 14:15
As far as wooden oboes go, it's important to dry them after use with a silk pullthrough which can be washed when it gets dirty.
DON'T use pheasant feathers as they are unhygenic and leave filaments in the toneholes.
Always let them warm up to room temperature before playing (and don't warm them up on a radiator!), and never play a wooden oboe outdoors or in cold conditions. After playing, never leave them assembled, it's best to put them back in the case after playing.
As oboe cases are small they can be stored easily, but don't store them in a cold cupboard - keep them in a warm room.
Invest in an oboe stand rather than laying them down (as they can get knocked), but if they are laid down, never lie them down on the low B and Bb keys side as these keys bend easily and put the low B and Bb out of adjustment. Lie it down on the RH C and Eb keys side - there's less to get damaged on that side, and never lie it face down as water will get into the toneholes and 8ve bushes.
Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.
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