Author: hautboy
Date: 2012-01-06 02:39
DrewSorensen Music, I can certainly make suggestions regarding oboes and reed paraphanalia (not that you asked, just offering). Howarths are nice oboes. The XL is nice. Have you considered Loree at all? A good used Loree can be a good choice for a doubler. If you can make it to IDRS, it's a great place to try oboes. I would consider a synthetic oboe or top joint if you plan to play in the pit. No cracking issues, which can be a concern when you pick up a cold instrument after playing clarinet or whatever for the past half hour. They have come a long way with synthetic materials. Honestly, you can't tell, and even professionals will use a synthetic top joint at times. Believe it or not, Fox has a really good synthetic oboe. I didn't like Fox a few years ago, but recently one of my students bought one and I can't believe how well it plays. Really good intonation, even the forked f is in tune. Actually not a bad choice for a doubler.
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