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Cyndi27
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I am originally a flute player that has been playing the oboe for 6 weeks, and I am very frustrated with my pitch. I play a 1/4 to 1/2 note flat, and I cannot bring my pitch up. I am currently using medium soft reeds, as I am building my endurance.
Does anyone have any tips to help bring my pitch up? I hope to play in a community band soon, but I won't join if I can't play in tune.
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contra448
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This is a common problem with beginners especially, I would guess, after playing an easy blowing instrument like the flute. 3 things will help - loads of practice, lots of time spent over a long period (Little & often to start with)& input from a proficient oboe teacher.
Good luck.
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contra448
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Also the style & hardness of the reed can make a lot of difference as well - the best advice can most easily come from #3 in my previous post. A teacher should be able to pick up breathing & reeds problems much easier than trying to sort things on a forum.
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oboe-ct
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I would try with a narrower piece of cane and a lower thickness.
I recommend you Albrecht Mayer shape. It's quite good for people with your problem.
This is my website, if you need more information, please, do not hesitate to contact me.
http://www.t-reeds.com/index.php/shop/cane
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