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Re: Use of 3rd octave key

Author: hautboy
Date: 2009-09-10 19:27

I guess I was wondering if there were specific upper octave notes that the 3rd octave key was specifically intended for, but it sounds like it depends on the oboe and personal taste. After some experimentation, I discovered that the 3rd octave key makes my alternate high e fingering sharp. I notice slightly less edge to the G and G sharp (A flat) just above the top line of the staff when using the 3rd octave key. Anything below this G the 3rd octave key doesn't help. The 3rd octave key makes my A (first ledger line above the staff) slightly sharp with very little difference in sound. It doesn't work well for B and C above the staff. I notice barely any difference on the high F (if anything, the 3rd octave key makes it sound just slightly more sharp, which isn't what I want in that register.) No difference in my upper F sharp or G (the highest (practical) notes on the oboe.) So, long story short, I was wondering if my 3rd octave key needs any adjusting. The only practical use I can find for it right now is if I wanted to play G or G sharp just above the staff softer with slightly less edge to the sound. I can't see how it would help facilitate fast passages. I use a semi automatic oboe and it's not thumplate, so I'm not sure if that makes a difference or not. I've gotten used to adjusting my emouchure and air pressure for certain notes. To me this usually seems easier than getting used to using an extra key.

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