BOOKS VIDEOS AND DVDs FOR OBOE
| The Art of Cor Anglais, by Geoffrey Browne In this expanded 3rd edition, the prominent British English hornist Geoffrey Browne presents a master class in book form on various aspects of English horn performance. He includes some of the most important orchestral English horn excerpts and discusses performance technique, program notes, and circular breathing. He even offers useful tips for recording engineers and composers. This book is intended for doublers and professional players and is particularly helpful for students. Berg: Lulu Berlioz: La Damnation of Faust Berlioz: Symphonie Fantastique Berlioz: Rob Roy Overture Berlioz: Roman Carnival Bizet: Carmen Britten: Nocturne Debussy: La Mer Debussy: Three Nocturnes Donizetti: Anna Bolena Dvorak: New World Symphony de Falla: The Three Cornered Hat Franck: Symphony in D minor Mahler: Rückert Lieder Mahler: Kindertotenlieder Rachmaninov: The Bells Ravel: Piano Concerto in G major Ravel: Mother Goose Ravel: Rapsodie Espagnole Respighi: The Pines of Rome Rodrigo: Guitar Concerto Rossini: The Silken Ladder Rossini: William Tell Shostakovich: 8th Symphony Shostakovich: 10th Symphony Sibelius: The Swan of Tuonela Strauss: Ein Heldenleben Stravinsky: The Rite of Spring Tchaikovsky: Romeo and Juliet Verdi: A Masked Ball Verdi: The Willow Song (from Otello) Wagner: Das Rheingold Wagner: Die Walküre Wagner: Siegfried Wagner: Tristan Act. III |  |
| The Art of Oboe Playing, by Robert Sprenkle and David Ledet This book illuminates a broad range of topics, and helps recognize and solve some of the problems that confront oboists and their teachers. This "survey" book covers subjects ranging from tone production to various aspects of cane processing and reedmaking. A very useful resource for educators who must find solutions for problems encountered by their students. Paperback. 96 pages. |  |
| The Audition Process, by Stuart Dunkel This work by the well known performer covers anxiety management and coping strategies. Having taken 36 auditions, the author found that there is more to taking an audition than merely performing well. This book can be an invaluable aid to anyone planning to take an audition. 156 pages. Paperback. |  |
| Celebrating Double Reeds A Festschrift for William Waterhouse and Philip Bate published by the International Double Reed Society. Explores double reed topics, both historical and contemporary, with articles by Geoffrey Burgess, Doug Spaniol, Hayley Canterbury, Terry B. Ewell, Mathew Dart, Sebastian Werr, Jeffrey Lyman, James Kopp and Ronald J. Klimko. 6 3/4" X 9 3/4", 239 pages, hardbound. **Free media mail shipping in the U.S. on this item!** |  |
| Essays for Oboists, by Jay Light Proclaimed by leading American oboists as "an outstanding book on oboe playing". Contains a wealth of concrete, clearly explained techniques for improved playing - techniques used by the best instructors. The author presents this material in an intelligent, readable and witty style that makes this book a pleasure to read. Even an experienced oboist will find many of Light's suggestions useful for his/her own playing and teaching. This book should be part of every oboe studio. 217 pages, plastic hardcover, spiral bound. |  |
| Marcel Tabuteau, by Laila Storch How Do You Expect to Play the Oboe If You Can't Peel a Mushroom? At last some one has written (and written very well) a biography of the dominant personality in American oboe playing. Because she writes based on extensive research, written records, and personal experience it is a pleasure to read, and authoritative. 594 hardbound pages with many pictures, 3 appendices, glossary, bibliography, and index. Also included is a CD of Marcel Tabuteau playing, and discussing, excerpts. "Ms. Storch's style is descriptive, informative, and engaging- a nice blend between the historical and the personal. This volume gets my vote as the winning historical profile of one of the most influential and revered performers and pedagogues of our time-Marcel Tabuteau. A must for every serious musician's library."-Linda Strommen, Professor of Oboe, the Jacobs School of Music, Indiana University |  |
| The Musical Researches of Erasimus Pflugg, D.M.D, by Ellie Dusté, M.A., I.R.S., S.P.C.A., A.A.R.P. 64 delightful and amusing tales of Professor Pflugg, Doctor of Musical Detritus. Standing at the rear of a long line of musical historians, Dr. Pflugg specializes in the forgotten, misjudged, and just plain weird, of musical history. These stories are sometimes educational, sometimes mildly offensive to brass and percussion players, and always very funny. They are so offbeat I just spent the last 10 minutes trying to figure out how to describe them, only to retire in ignominious defeat. Since seeing is believing (if you can't think of anything to say, steal an aphorism), please enjoy the sample chapter. Then you'll see why I had so much trouble describing the book! 8 1/2" X 11" paperbound, second edition, 131 pages. |  |
| Musician's Practice Planner A weekly lesson planner for music students. Teachers like it because its flexible design allows them to set specific goals and assignments, tailor its use to individual students, and provided structure and reminders to students and parents. Students like it because it helps them monitor progress, track time and efficiency and meet or beat practice goals. |  |
| My Kingdom for a Reed, by Theresa Delaplain A manual for beginning to intermediate oboe reed makers, beautifully illustrated with color photographs. 69 pages, 8 1/2" X 11" paper bound. |  |
| Oboe Art and Method, by Martin Schuring An excellent, concise guide to oboe technique. Martin Schuring describes in detail all of the basic techniques of oboe playing (including breathing, embouchure, finger technique, articulation, and phrasing) and reed making. He also provides advice on practicing, instrument care and adjustment, professional development, and career development related issues. Edition: Oxford University Press |  |
| The Oboe, by Geoffry Burgess & Bruce Haynes The Oboe, by Geoffrey Burgess & Bruce Haynes. Yale Musical Instrument Series. 418 pages of solid information, from the oboe's prehistory to postmodernism. Includes appendices, bibliography, and discography. Paperback. |  |
| The Oboe, by Leon Goossens & Edwin Roxburgh Yehudi Menuhin Series. A thorough treatment of the oboe, including instruments, reed making, & performance. 256 pages, soft bound |  |
| Oboe Adjustment Guide, by Patrick McFarland A guide to adjusting the oboe and English horn. 17 pages. |  |
| Oboe, A Reed Blown in the Wind, by Marion Whittow With a combination of humour and musical expertise, the author brings a fresh approach to oboe playing, practicing, and reed making. Full of useful tips, shortcuts, and anecdotes. With wonderful cartoons, it also illustrates in words and pictures the instrument's construction, and deals with the subject of making notes into music. In her foreword Evelyn Rothwell says: "(This book)...should be invaluable to the student and amateur and...to many professional players and teachers...A worthy addition to every oboists library." Entertaining to read. Paperback. 236 pages. |  |
| Oboemotions: What Every Oboe Player Needs to Know About the Body, by Stephen Caplan Oboemotions is the definitive book for double reed players on using Body Mapping techniques to prevent injury and develop the physical freedom and sensitivity needed for instrument mastery. Includes chapters on: Inclusive Awareness Air Balance The Tongue Fingers Vibrato Thumbs Rests and Neck Straps Reed-making Embouchure Performance Anxiety Edition: Gia Publications |  |
| The Oboe Reed Book, by Jay Light A manual and reference guide for making, understanding, and adjusting oboe reeds. The author tells the reader what to do, what NOT to do, and clearly explains why. A highly recommended book for every oboe reed maker. Printed in manuscript format and spiral bound. 116 pages. |  |
| Oboe Reed Styles Theory and Practice, by David Ledet This very popular book was out of print for years, but it's available again! With a forward by Richard Killmer, this facinating study analyzes 166 reeds by 80 artists from 14 countries. Each reed is photographed in reflected light and in silhouette and accompanied by biographical sketches of the oboists. Ledet also gives a short history of the oboe and discusses various aspects of tone production and pedagogical techniques. Paperback, 224 pages. |  |
| A Performer's Guide to Music of the Baroque Period The "latest thinking" on stylish performance, presented in a clear helpful and practical way. Chapters from leading experts cover historical background, notation, interpretation, sources, and editions. Also included are special advice for keyboard, string players, wind players, and singers. It is illustrated with many music examples, facsimiles and pictures, and includes a full length CD of 25 excerpts from authoritative recordings. 144 pages plus CD, published by ABRSM (The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) London. Chapters include: Anthony Burton: Preface Christopher Hogwood: Introduction George Pratt: Historical Background Peter Homan: Notation and Interpretation Davitt Moroney: Keyboard Andrew Manze: Strings Stephen Preston: Wind Instruments John Potter: Singing Clifford Bartlett: Sources and Editions |  |
| A Performer's Guide to Music of the Classical Period The "latest thinking" on stylish performance, presented in a clear helpful and practical way. Chapters from leading experts cover historical background, notation, interpretation, sources, and editions. Also included are special advice for keyboard, string players, wind players, and singers. It is illustrated with many music examples, facsimiles and pictures, and includes a full length CD of 19 excerpts from authoritative recordings. 120 pages plus CD, published by ABRSM (The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) London. Chapters include: Anthony Burton: Preface Jane Glover: Introduction David Wyn Jones: Historical Background Cliff Eisen: Notation and Interpretation David Ward: KeyboardDuncan Druce: Strings Colin Lawson: Wind Instruments Richard Wigmore: Singing Barry Cooper: Sources and Editions |  |
| A Performer's Guide to Music of the Romantic Period The "latest thinking" on stylish performance, presented in a clear helpful and practical way. Chapters from leading experts cover historical background, notation, interpretation, sources, and editions. Also included are special advice for keyboard, string players, wind players, and singers. It is illustrated with many music examples, facsimiles and pictures, and includes a full length CD of 20 excerpts from authoritative recordings. 120 pages plus CD, published by ABRSM (The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) London.Chapters include: Anthony Burton: Preface Roger Norrington: Introduction Hugh Macdonald: Historical Background Clive Brown: Notation and Interpretation Roy Howat: Keyboard David Goode: Organ Robin Stowell: Strings Trevor Herbert: Wind Instruments David Mason: Singing Robert Pascall: Sources and Editions |  |
| The Practice Handbook, by Linda Gilbert This workbook includes the basic principles and techniques of successful and organized practice sessions. Recommended by leading educators and institutions for all levels. "...a wonderful guide for learning how to practice." Appropriate for elementary to conservatory levels. |  |
| Puffit's Oboe Problem Solver, by Marion Whittow A pocket-sized, illustrated handbook to help identify and resolve some of the common problems of players in the early stages of their oboe career. 32 pages. |
| Sound in Motion, by David McGill A Performer's Guide to Greater Musical Expression. An exhaustive study that uses concepts borrowed from the legendary oboist Marcel Tabuteau to develop musical thought. Mr. McGill, principal bassoonist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, deals with the different expressive methods of sound, styles and the "connection between attitude and aptitude". This book has many ideas which will help instrumentalists and vocalists develop their musicianship. Paperback, 374 pages with bibliography and index. Published by Indiana University Press. An excellent demonstration of these concepts can be heard on David McGill's CD: OrchestraPro Series; Orchestral Excerpts for Bassoon See More Information |  |
| What Every Musician Needs to Know About the Body, by Barbara Conable Almost 100 pages of in depth information on the skeleton, muscles, and joints and how the author believes they pertain to performing on musical instruments. The author states "This book is a primer, by the classic definition, a small book of elementary principles. In this book, the principles (the fundamental, primary, or general truths) are those principles on which a musician may reliably base a lifetime of playing. These principles will protect a musician from injury, promote the physical freedom and sensitivity for technical mastery, and secure the embodied intelligence that grounds musical power and subtlety. The principles in this primer are the elemental foundation of music education. Musicians teaching from these principles will see their students thrive. Students studying and restudying these pages will find delight in their enhanced performance." |  |
| Reed Makers Manual, by Weber & Capps Step by step instructions and diagrams for making oboe and English horn reeds, by David Weber & Ferald Capps. Also includes photographs of reeds made by famous professional oboe players. At long last, available again and in stock! |  |
| Reed Makers DVD, by David Weber The Reed Maker's DVD. A two-hour tutorial on making oboe and English horn reeds. |
| Reed Makers DVD and Manual, by David Weber Purchase the book and DVD together and save! |
