Every student is different; my favorite part of teaching is working with each individual to find what makes them excited about music, their instrument, and getting better. I teach a combination of technique exercises, études, chamber music, and solo repertoire, tailored for each student based on age, experience, and interest. This includes preparation for KMEA, KSHSAA and other honors ensemble auditions and solo festivals. See the file below for a general idea of what I teach to students of various ages.
English horn: When oboe students reach a certain point, usually sometime in high school, I incorporate English horn playing into lessons. This depends on the student’s access to an instrument, but for everyone who wishes to play beyond the high school level, English horn playing is a critical skill.
Reed-making: Reed-making is an essential skill for for any oboist hoping to take their playing to a college or professional level. Most students begin their reed-making studies in their mid-high school years. Reed-making can be incorporated into normal lessons, but will require more time on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.
English horn: When oboe students reach a certain point, usually sometime in high school, I incorporate English horn playing into lessons. This depends on the student’s access to an instrument, but for everyone who wishes to play beyond the high school level, English horn playing is a critical skill.
Reed-making: Reed-making is an essential skill for for any oboist hoping to take their playing to a college or professional level. Most students begin their reed-making studies in their mid-high school years. Reed-making can be incorporated into normal lessons, but will require more time on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.
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