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Author: Oboe Craig
Date: 2012-11-15 18:05
Here is a link with many reed resources.
http://reedreviews.net/blog7/?page_id=46
The Reedmaker is Kerry Willingham, retired 1st oboe from the Army Field Band running his biz out of Annapolis. He has an expeditious delivery option for some extra $, but you might try him. It is a good idea to buy reeds made not too far from where you live.
I wonder about the student reeds and intermediate ones he offers. My opinion is all reeds start as pro-reed candidates and then get sorted out later. My other opinion is nothing teaches a player faster than a well adjusted oboe and a pro reed.
At any rate, find a source that provides reeds you can play with very little in your embouchure. Too much in causes a biting problem and intonation issues and that bad habit is very hard to fix.
A good reed plays up to pitch with very little downward pressure from your mouth and little reed into your mouth. The lips should actually push forward a little then fold gently to form a cushion between your teeth.
Bad reeds will not work that way. Check Kerry's site. He has playing samples to illustrate his core sound concept and has a great reputation for finding you what you need.
-Craig
Post Edited (2012-11-15 22:40)
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