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 Re: Reed books
Author: JohnW 
Date:   2014-12-17 05:20

Thanks for the comments. I have been relying on Martin Schuring's information on the ASU web site -- great stuff.

I have only made about 30 oboe reeds so far, using Victoria gouged, shaped and folded cane and Mark Chudnow's all metal staples. Also a dozen or so reeds for my cor.

My reeds are generally playable, but not consistent. I'm hoping to gradually improve my understanding of the process so I can get a more consistent sound and also make them a bit faster. I'm not ready to invest in the expensive equipment to do the whole reed from scratch, though I have ordered a thickness gauge.

BTW, I have been using a small ultrasonic cleaner to periodically clean the reeds, and they are seeming to last better. Not a controlled experiment, but it doesn't hurt anything at least.

JohnW
amateur adult beginner, oboe and cor
www.OboeHobo.com


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