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Re: Symphonic vs. Solo Oboe Playing

Author: GMac
Date: 2005-11-09 03:59

I think the answer to your overriding question of what "IS" symphonic oboe playing all about?

It's completely and totally about flexibility.

What I mean is that a solo forte is not nearly the same as a blending forte. We as orchestral players have to be able to cover the whole spectrum from blending pianissimo to solo double forte. Being a really great orchestral player really means being able to listen like a hawk and blend in completely to make that 'floboe' sound or really make your tone so clear and powerful that it projects above anyone else regardless of dynamic level in a solo situation.

In regards to solo vs orchestral playing, I think that the requirements are exactly the same. You have to have enormous flexibility regardless of what you're doing. Being able to play only big, clear and loud is no more useful than being able to play only softly and discreetly in either situation. A concerto played loud all the way through certainly isn't very interesting to listen to! Also, an orchestral player who exclusively blends with the winds and never comes out of the texture isn't exactly fun to listen to either.

I personally think you need to make sure that this director knows that the oboe is always the most important player in the group and play out to your heart's content! :P

Graham

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