Shipping Recommendations- Packing begins on the inside of the case. If the joints of your instrument are loose inside the case you can add paper towels or tissue paper to the ends of the joints which will prevent sliding back and forth. You can also add a couple layers of paper towels on top of the… Read More
Crack Prevention-Wood oboes slowly expand and contract constantly throughout the year. For most of the year, the changes our oboes go through are so small we hardly ever notice. When there is a sudden change in weather; i.e. temperature, the oboe can’t keep up with its normal slow changes which results in major regulation issues and… Read More
Oboe Oiling Procedure-Two items are needed to oil the bore of your oboe. 1. Bore oil. (Do not use a petroleum based oil.) 2. Turkey Feather. I use real tail turkey feathers, usually about 14-16 inches long. Hold the upper joint of the oboe in one hand with the keys facing up. DO NOT put oil… Read More
Cold Weather Warning!-During the winter months, your oboe/clarinet will get cold. Do not play it right away!! Your instrument needs to warm up from the outside of the wood to the inside bore, so no blowing through the instrument to warm it up. Plan on needing a few extra minutes to warm up your instrument by holding… Read More
Oboe Maintenance-There are many factors that go into maintaining your oboe. The following list of maintenance items are some of the standard things that should be done and NOT done to your oboe. There are many other things that could be listed here, but to remain on the outer boundaries of chaos I am only listing… Read More
