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Re: Flute Player needing Oboe help!!

Author: oboi
Date: 2015-06-04 09:33

I learned flute as a teenager in school band and while decent enough at it (no private lessons), wasn't too big on it. Stopped entirely after graduation and did not play a wind instrument until I decided to take up the oboe in my mid-20's. I progressed much faster on it (mind you, I had the initiative and the general wind know-how). I didn't find the embouchure too much of an issue, although expect to be winded easiliy at first. Also, learn to blow out! I never had enough air for flute, but have too much for oboe. That might be one of the most important things to do first.... don't take in too much air. Or back pressure or your desire to expel all the air through the instrument will make you dizzy. That happened to me a lot the first few years.

I think it's a matter of getting used to switching between instruments. It's certainly possible. In the old days (and today for period players), it was almost a given that the recorder player was also the oboist. I've seen people do it very successfully. Playing back to back without a break is maybe bad, but with training, hopping between the two with a minor break should be okay. Provided you are already solid on the oboe before you attempt to do both at the same time.

I would get a full conservatory oboe. The low B-flat and left E-flat and F are invaluable. If you've played a pro flute, an intermediate oboe is going to get on your nerves. There are many pro-levels to choose from, which can vary largely in price. I would be curious about the Fossati if I was looking for a cheaper pro.

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