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Materials used for oboes

Author: rottenburgher
Date: 2007-04-25 14:56

I was just curious....other than boxwood, what other materials were commonly used for Baroque oboes?

I have seen a beautiful ivory Baroque oboe and some of other types of wood, but was wondering how many of these exist.

Was ivory common for woodwinds? Is it a good material for oboes? If so, what makes it better or different?

Is it more or less prone to cracking?

Thanks in advance for your input.

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