Author: jamesoboe
Date: 2004-07-25 10:33
Some richly deserved rebuttals there from the last two threads, if, indeed, my thread came from a place of animosity. However, I don't feel that is the case. I suppose, being from the UK, what is strange is to talk in superlatives. I just sensed a well-placed feeling of pride in what you had written, but wondered whether you considered oboistic approaches outside of the USA. Being in an orchestra, which has opportunities to tour various corners of the world, gives one an opportunity to be influenced by various cultures. Some things can stick - I think cross-influences are very important. I was really taken by our tour to China, but am not blind to its problems. Equally, as a Principal Cor Anglaisist, I really love some of the Cor Anglais sounds I hear in the USA, and, as a consequence, buy several of my accessories from your shores. Maybe we are a little more used to speaking bluntly in the UK, without the intention of offending. My personal take on the issue is that I love oboe sounds both dark and thin, but am more compelled by the personality projected through the instrument, than any school of thought. My own personal journey as a student was, of course, the UK, then, being blown away by the playing of Thomas Indermuhle, I went to study in Germany. However, Indermuhle is not from the german school. He is Swiss-German and a disciple of Heinz Holliger. I, however, sound nothing like him. That wasn't the point. It was the influence of his teaching and the chance to live abroad that motivated me. I would have loved to study in the USA, but practically, with the intention of getting a job, the styles were too different. Fortunately, my orchestra toured parts of the United States about 3 years ago, and I think we are doing an East Coast tour some time next year if finances permit. I remember loving the acoustic of Boston Symphony Hall, and feeling very proud to be playing in the hall of such a great orchestra.
Just to finish, I was trying to provoke a debate. It seemed as if very little non-American input was arriving on the board. Which is a shame for you in the same way that it's a pity I don't have many opportunities to meet and discuss with Guys like you. I still stick by the majority of what I previously wrote, but I guess I was really referring to oboe soloists making an international impact, rather than orchestral players, who, in my opinion have a much tougher job than soloists. Any offence caused I apologise for. I'll tone down any future threads if I feel I am being too blunt. Thanks for your threads. They certainly made me think. Take care and best wishes. James
Post Edited (2004-07-25 11:53)
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