If you’re learning how to play the oboe or are an advanced player, it’s important to have a quality oboe reed to ensure you are getting the best performance.Like most woodwind instruments, the oboe requires a reed but the structure and design of an oboe reed is nothing like what you find with a clarinet …
A euphonium is not an instrument you hear about as frequently as other orchestral horns such as a trombone, a trumpet or a saxophone, but it just as important. Often used in an ensemble, this large belled instrument has a conical bore and a deep tenor tone.This instrument, much like the trumpet, trombone and sax, …
The reed is the key to the bassoon. A good quality reed will allow you to get a rich and controlled sound out of your bassoon.Poor reeds can turn your beautifully crafted instrument into little more than an oversized kazoo! So, getting the right reed is very important.Whilst many bassoonists like to create their own …
The ocarina is a lesser-known but beautiful woodwind instrument with an equally beautiful history. In its ancient form, the ocarina played an important role in Chinese, Japanese, and North American musical cultures, including those of many indigenous tribes such as the Aztecs and the Mayans. The version of the ocarina more people are familiar with …
The tuba is one of the prime instruments in the brass family and is always present during orchestral performances. Just as with any instrument that requires a mouthpiece, it is important that you have a mouthpiece that can enhance the quality of your performances.Since the tuba is a prominent instrument in the brass family, it’s …
Whether you have some fancy brass antiques at home, some brass kitchen appliances, or even a brass instrument, they’re going to need some proper cleaning now and then. Just like any other material, brass becomes dull and tarnished over time, losing its shine and its golden appeal. Normal cleaning products won’t do the trick at all. And …
