Author: ohsuzan
Date: 2006-08-23 12:57
>>No oboe player (including a variety of pros) I have played with have ever put their oboes in the case during break in rehersal.<<
My condolences, Michael. I'm sure you feel perfectly awful about this.
However, if you ever play beside me, you will note that I DO pack up my oboe (and carry it with me) during any break. Some do, some don't. I just don't have the $$ to be replacing or repairing my instrument, and besides which, it stays warmer in the case. This is one of those situations where an ounce of prevention is advisable.
Basically, when I have the oboe away from my house, I don't let it out of my hands. Period. Ever. Is this a little obsessive-compulsive? Yeah. Even my husband thinks I'm a little nuts. But we're musicians, and if musicians can't be a little o.c., who can?
Susan
Post Edited (2006-08-23 13:34)
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