DOUBLE REEDS
The double reeds are the family of instruments that is newest to me. I started my first oboe lesson in January 2011, and had my first bassoon lesson in late August. It's been a real adventure, and I really enjoy playing both these instruments. Like all the woodwinds, they have their own unique set of challenges. Can't wait to learn more about these great instruments!
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Oboe:
Gordet (certainly a stencil, probably a Bulgheroni), c. 1970. Full conservatory system, third octave key, B-C link, B-C# link, left F, F-resonance, low B-flat resonance. I got this in the summer of 2011, and it's really a bit brighter than I'd like. I'm trying to learn to make reeds that will warm up the tone a little bit. It has a very light touch, and is a pleasure to play. The forked F is very clear, and overall it plays well in tune.
Bassoon:
Linton 5K. This is a student level black plastic bassoon which I bought on eBay (which is always a leap of faith) but this one is in great shape -- it literally looked unplayed when I got it. I don't think I'm a good enough bassoon player to give it a proper assessment, so I'll just leave it at that.
Oboe:
Gordet (certainly a stencil, probably a Bulgheroni), c. 1970. Full conservatory system, third octave key, B-C link, B-C# link, left F, F-resonance, low B-flat resonance. I got this in the summer of 2011, and it's really a bit brighter than I'd like. I'm trying to learn to make reeds that will warm up the tone a little bit. It has a very light touch, and is a pleasure to play. The forked F is very clear, and overall it plays well in tune.
Bassoon:
Linton 5K. This is a student level black plastic bassoon which I bought on eBay (which is always a leap of faith) but this one is in great shape -- it literally looked unplayed when I got it. I don't think I'm a good enough bassoon player to give it a proper assessment, so I'll just leave it at that.
