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Re: oboe reeds bent?

Author: jhoyla
Date: 2014-05-07 11:11

Perhaps you tongue too aggressively?

Tonguing should mostly be light and definite - the various tonguing effects are created by the rapid withdrawal of the tongue. Closing the air supply to the reed should always be done lightly.

I find that the lighter I tongue, the more rapidly I can tongue. Tonguing heavily slows me down.

Also, don't have a favourite "side" to your reeds. Play them both ways round and clip both blades to the same length. This will probably help reduce wear and tear, too.
I know that some players prefer the lower blade to be shorter, but you should try it this way to see if it works for you.

[post edit]
I notice you say you don't soak before you play - definitely a no-no! You MUST soak first, if only for a few moments, to allow the fibres to become flexible.

Are you are a clarinettist who has moved to oboe? The position of the oboe is less vertical than the clarinet, think '45 degrees'. Watch oboists on youtube and compare.
J.

Post Edited (2014-05-07 11:15)

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