How to Choose the Right Oboe for You
Hello! I’m Erin Brophey, the Principal Oboe Player of the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra and a Sessional Lecturer at the University of...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 29
- 3 min
How Many Oboe Reeds Do You Need?
Hello, and welcome! My name is Erin Brophey, and I’m the Principal Oboe Player of the Saskatoon Symphony as well as a Sessional Lecturer...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Managing Oboe Reeds
Hello, fellow oboists! If you’ve ever wondered how to get the most out of your oboe reeds, you’re in the right place. Welcome to “Three...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Improving Oboe Intonation
Hello, fellow oboists! I'm excited to share with you some valuable tips that can help you improve your intonation. My name is Erin...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 2 min
Efficient Practice Techniques for Oboe Players
Hello, oboe enthusiasts! I'm thrilled to share some insights with you today on how to make your practice sessions more efficient and...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Help Your Oboist Play in Tune
Welcome! My name is Erin Brophey, and I am the Principal Oboe of the Saskatoon Symphony and a sessional lecturer at the University of...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 2 min
Preparing an Oboe Concerto with Orchestra
Hello! I’m Erin Brophey, Principal Oboe of the Saskatoon Symphony and a sessional lecturer at the University of Saskatchewan. I also...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 2 min
Common Mistakes Oboists Should Avoid
Hello, everyone! I’m Erin Brophey, Principal Oboe of the Saskatoon Symphony and a sessional lecturer at the University of Saskatchewan. I...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Key Tips for Band Directors Working with Oboists
Hello! I’m Erin Brophey, Principal Oboe of the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra and a sessional lecturer at the University of Saskatchewan....
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Advice for Parents of Oboe Players
Hello, everyone! I’m Erin Brophey, principal oboe player with the Saskatoon Symphony and a sessional lecturer at the University of...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 4 min
Overcoming Oboe Reed Anxiety
Hello, fellow oboists! My name is Erin Brophey, and I'm the principal oboe player of the Saskatoon Symphony, a sessional lecturer at the...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Mastering Downward Slurs on Oboe
If you've ever struggled with playing downward slurs on the oboe, you're not alone. It’s a common challenge that many oboists face at...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Increase Oboe Technique Speed
Mastering the oboe can sometimes feel like a daunting task, especially when faced with those tricky passages that seem impossible to...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Boost Your Oboe Embouchure Endurance
Playing the oboe is a beautiful, yet demanding experience, especially when it comes to maintaining a strong and stable embouchure. If...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Enhancing Your Third Octave on Oboe
Mastering the third octave on the oboe can be challenging for many players. While it might seem like the right fingerings should be...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Improve Your Oboe Vibrato
Vibrato is a beautiful technique that can add depth and expressiveness to your oboe playing, but for many players, it can be challenging...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Tips for Choosing the Right Oboe
Selecting the right oboe is an important decision for any musician, whether you're just starting out or have been playing for years. With...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 2
- 3 min
How to Play Beautiful Low Notes on the Oboe
Hello, and welcome! In today’s blog post, we're diving into "Four Tips to Play Beautiful Low Notes on the Oboe" . While many oboists...
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Erin Brophey
- Aug 3, 2020
- 2 min
How to Play Beautiful High Notes on Oboe
Hello and welcome! In today's blog post, we'll be exploring " Three Tips for More Beautiful High Notes " on the oboe. High notes can be...
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