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Oboe & Double Reeds, Flute

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Tag Archives: reed making

high altitude english horn reeds

The Ultimate Guide to English Horn Reeds

December 8, 2016by Khara 5 Comments

Everything you need to know about getting started with English horn reeds. An excellent guide for the student or professional oboist transitioning into English Horn reed making too!

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A Guide to Sharpening Stones and Tools

September 2, 2016by Khara Leave a comment

Everything you need to know about choosing a knife, sharpening stone, and sharpening system for reed making.

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Getting Started, Reeds
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High Altitude Oboe Reeds

March 19, 2016by Khara 1 Comment

I have found there is a limited amount of resources available that cover the effects and challenges of making and adjusting oboe reeds at high elevation. As you get above 5,000 feet, […]

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oboe bassoon cane

Sorting Tube Cane

December 25, 2015by Khara Leave a comment

How many pieces of cane do double reed players sort through? I recently processed about an 1/8 pound of oboe tube cane and took it upon myself to keep a […]

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adjusting oboe reeds

Common Oboe Reed Adjustments

November 15, 2014by Khara 2 Comments

OBOE REED ADJUSTMENT GUIDE BY KHARA WOLF Asses your crow and how the reed is playing: Thread Crow: Mouth on the thread (not the cane)- blow with a lot of air […]

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beginner reed making

Essential Tools for Reed Adjustments: Beginner’s Guide

October 19, 2014by Khara

A complete list of everything you need to start adjusting and making your own oboe and bassoon reeds.

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General Info, Getting Started, Reeds
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General Resource List [supplies, instruments, repairs]

September 18, 2014by Khara

A list of general supplies, double reed retail websites, and repair specialists.

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General Info, Getting Started

Reeds: FAQ

July 27, 2014by Khara Leave a comment

Frequently Asked Questions and Important Information About Reeds

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Getting Started, Reeds

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