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Instrument
Launch

These short videos will help you become familiar with your instrument. They show you the proper way of assembling and disassembling your instrument. They will also prepare you to play properly. Review as often as needed to keep your playing a positive experience.

Meet the Oboe

Welcome to the Oboe! Nicole Marriott, a professional Oboe teacher and musician,  will introduce you to the oboe.

Assembling Your Oboe

Understanding the pieces and putting it together.

Getting your reeds ready

How to take care of your reeds, and what they are.

Properly return the Oboe back to it's case.

Nicole will show you how to return your Oboe to the case to keep it safe.

How to hold the oboe and understand it's parts.

Learn where to place your hands and what fingers play what keys.

Proper breathing Technique

You will learn how to breathe to support your oboe playing.

Your Embrouchure

Develop your embouchure correctly and you'll love playing your oboe!

Congratulations! Are you ready to start playing? Please review these steps as needed so your learning experience stays positive. Learning the proper steps will make playing the Oboe much more enjoyable. These lessons are only a few of the sequential lessons available through Connect Through Music.  These affordable lessons are available to you individually or through your schools music program. Ask your teacher if the CTM lessons are available to you as a member of their program. More lesson information is available here.

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