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Learn to Play the Oboe! Book One
NEW ITEM! James MacBeth has written this carefully graded method that emphasizes good tone production, building a strong rhythmic sense and developing well-rounded musicianship.
NEW ITEM! James MacBeth has written this carefully graded method that emphasizes good tone production, building a strong rhythmic sense and developing well-rounded musicianship.
Edition: Alfred, difficulty: 1 - 2
Jenni Brandon: Compostela for Solo Bassoon
This work was commissioned by Eric Van der Veer Varner. This piece tells the story of the pilgrimage along The Camino Frances. It is the most popular of the pilgrimage routes through Spain that lead to Santiago de Compostela which is the church where the bones of St James the Apostle are said to be buried. The title touches on both the ethereal and the physical of this pilgrimage. The bassoon narrates what we may see and hear, how we may feel, and what we discover about ourselves as we take this journey.
This work was commissioned by Eric Van der Veer Varner. This piece tells the story of the pilgrimage along The Camino Frances. It is the most popular of the pilgrimage routes through Spain that lead to Santiago de Compostela which is the church where the bones of St James the Apostle are said to be buried. The title touches on both the ethereal and the physical of this pilgrimage. The bassoon narrates what we may see and hear, how we may feel, and what we discover about ourselves as we take this journey.
Difficulty: 4
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Compact Oboe/English horn 15 pin Drying Rack
This compact drying rack features 15 corrosion-resistant metal pins, to securely hold reeds during the drying process, in a lightweight 3D-printed base. Ideal for students in reed rooms, small reed desks, and reed making on the road.
This compact drying rack features 15 corrosion-resistant metal pins, to securely hold reeds during the drying process, in a lightweight 3D-printed base. Ideal for students in reed rooms, small reed desks, and reed making on the road.
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Compact Bassoon 9 Pin Drying Rack
This compact drying rack features 9 precision machined aluminum pins, to securely hold reeds during the drying process, in a lightweight 3D-printed base. Ideal for students in reed rooms, small reed desks, and reed making on the road.
This compact drying rack features 9 precision machined aluminum pins, to securely hold reeds during the drying process, in a lightweight 3D-printed base. Ideal for students in reed rooms, small reed desks, and reed making on the road.
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Legere Synthetic Oboe Reed, American Style
Designed through years of testing and feedback, this reed was made to reflect the playing preferences of a wide range of oboists. It offers a stable, consistent experience that many players find useful for both practice and performance. While it may not match every handmade setup, it has impressed a majority of testers with its reliability, tone, and ease of play.
This is a synthetic reed with an American-style long scrape. It requires no soaking and is ready to play straight from the box.
Designed through years of testing and feedback, this reed was made to reflect the playing preferences of a wide range of oboists. It offers a stable, consistent experience that many players find useful for both practice and performance. While it may not match every handmade setup, it has impressed a majority of testers with its reliability, tone, and ease of play.
This is a synthetic reed with an American-style long scrape. It requires no soaking and is ready to play straight from the box.
Sarah Hamilton, Aaron Hill: 12 Soon-To-Be Famous Studies for Oboe
Whether a student is preparing for a public recital performance, a college entrance audition, a solo competition, a state honor ensemble, or their individual oboe lessons, the 21st century has brought the classical music world, sometimes eagerly and sometimes kicking and screaming, into a clamoring desire to produce and hear more diverse music. Whether the diversity comes from the identities of the composers or from their global styles and influences, we hear significant demand from students and teachers alike to broaden our choices of musical experiences.
The ubiquity of Franz Wilhelm Ferling's 48 Famous Studies for Oboe underscores the value in having oboe etudes be thoroughly performable pieces in their own right. Over the course of being oboe professors for decades, we seek to augment the skills cultivated in Ferlings volume with a varied collection of living voices writing for oboists at a similar developmental level. 60 pages
Whether a student is preparing for a public recital performance, a college entrance audition, a solo competition, a state honor ensemble, or their individual oboe lessons, the 21st century has brought the classical music world, sometimes eagerly and sometimes kicking and screaming, into a clamoring desire to produce and hear more diverse music. Whether the diversity comes from the identities of the composers or from their global styles and influences, we hear significant demand from students and teachers alike to broaden our choices of musical experiences.
The ubiquity of Franz Wilhelm Ferling's 48 Famous Studies for Oboe underscores the value in having oboe etudes be thoroughly performable pieces in their own right. Over the course of being oboe professors for decades, we seek to augment the skills cultivated in Ferlings volume with a varied collection of living voices writing for oboists at a similar developmental level. 60 pages
Edition: Conway, difficulty: 3 - 5
Paul Hanson: In With the Out Crowd - Bassoon Quintet
This piece was originally recorded in July 1994 on the Album "Astro Boy Blues" on Moo Records. The solo beginning at letter D on this arrangement is a transcription of the exact solo Paul played on the original recording. He is thrilled to bring it into the context of a bassoon quintet with hi-hat. 4 Bassoons + Contra
This piece was originally recorded in July 1994 on the Album "Astro Boy Blues" on Moo Records. The solo beginning at letter D on this arrangement is a transcription of the exact solo Paul played on the original recording. He is thrilled to bring it into the context of a bassoon quintet with hi-hat. 4 Bassoons + Contra
Difficulty: 5
Sunshine Contra Bassoon Reed
The Sunshine Contra Reed is a Burl Lane shaped professional reed made for Fox Contras but will work well on any make. They are vibrant and free-blowing and play right out of the box!
The Sunshine Contra Reed is a Burl Lane shaped professional reed made for Fox Contras but will work well on any make. They are vibrant and free-blowing and play right out of the box!
King Contra Bassoon Reed
The King Contra Reed is a high-performance contrabassoon reed crafted in the Rieger K1 shape for a balanced tone, quick response, and excellent clarity across the full range. Featuring a clean, minimalist design, it is made without thread and showcases the exposed 20 gauge rose gold-plated brass wire for both function and style. The reed is sealed with a clear, extreme-wear nail varnish that offers a flexible, durable finish. Unlike duco cement, it resists cracking and chipping. The result is a bold, reliable reed that is as tough as it is refined. Clean, simple, and built to last.
The King Contra Reed is a high-performance contrabassoon reed crafted in the Rieger K1 shape for a balanced tone, quick response, and excellent clarity across the full range. Featuring a clean, minimalist design, it is made without thread and showcases the exposed 20 gauge rose gold-plated brass wire for both function and style. The reed is sealed with a clear, extreme-wear nail varnish that offers a flexible, durable finish. Unlike duco cement, it resists cracking and chipping. The result is a bold, reliable reed that is as tough as it is refined. Clean, simple, and built to last.
Colour Your Bassoon Coloring Book
40 original bassoonists to color, plus two extra pages to draw your own.
Nadina Mackie joined the Montreal Symphony Orchestra at age twenty-two and began teaching at McGill University the same year, kicking off a long and successful career as a professional bassoonist and teacher. She is the most recorded solo bassoonist in Canadian history with many solo, chamber music and orchestral albums to her credit, including the Juno Award-shortlisted Canadian Concerto Project. She has taught at the University of Toronto, the Glenn Gould Professional School of the Royal Conservatory of Music, the State University of New York at Fredonia, and at many international masterclasses. She is the president and founder of the Council of Canadian Bassoonists. Many composers have written new works specifically for Nadina. Her students can be found performing and teaching throughout North America and beyond.
40 original bassoonists to color, plus two extra pages to draw your own.
Nadina Mackie joined the Montreal Symphony Orchestra at age twenty-two and began teaching at McGill University the same year, kicking off a long and successful career as a professional bassoonist and teacher. She is the most recorded solo bassoonist in Canadian history with many solo, chamber music and orchestral albums to her credit, including the Juno Award-shortlisted Canadian Concerto Project. She has taught at the University of Toronto, the Glenn Gould Professional School of the Royal Conservatory of Music, the State University of New York at Fredonia, and at many international masterclasses. She is the president and founder of the Council of Canadian Bassoonists. Many composers have written new works specifically for Nadina. Her students can be found performing and teaching throughout North America and beyond.
Forrests Alpine Bassoon Reed
Medium strength bassoon reed from Switzerland - Rieger 1A Model
Medium strength bassoon reed from Switzerland - Rieger 1A Model
Play Like a Master, Oboe
Katherine White published and wrote this progressive beginning-intermediate method book with the intent of learning to play the oboe with a beautiful tone and musical expression. Digital recordings to accompany this book featuring Rhadames Angelucci on oboe and Marvin Busse on piano are available separately on her website. Keyboard/Piano Book available separately for purchase.
Katherine White published and wrote this progressive beginning-intermediate method book with the intent of learning to play the oboe with a beautiful tone and musical expression. Digital recordings to accompany this book featuring Rhadames Angelucci on oboe and Marvin Busse on piano are available separately on her website. Keyboard/Piano Book available separately for purchase.
Difficulty: 1 - 2
Play Like a Master, Oboe - Keyboard Part
Keyboard part that accompanies the Play Like a Master Oboe Method book.
Keyboard part that accompanies the Play Like a Master Oboe Method book.
Difficulty: 1 - 2
Oboe/English Horn Support Stick Deluxe
A simple, light, easy to use support which transfer all the weight to your chair.
The mast holder attaches to almost any instrument with a thumb rest ring or an adjustable thumb rest. The mast magnetically attaches at two angles for maximum comfort.
The mast is firmly held in place, but allows for easy removal. It is engineered to allow about 14 degrees of movement in all directions for comfortable and expressive playing.
Weighs less than 3.5 oz. Models available are: Oboe/Oboe Damore & English Horn.
A simple, light, easy to use support which transfer all the weight to your chair.
The mast holder attaches to almost any instrument with a thumb rest ring or an adjustable thumb rest. The mast magnetically attaches at two angles for maximum comfort.
The mast is firmly held in place, but allows for easy removal. It is engineered to allow about 14 degrees of movement in all directions for comfortable and expressive playing.
Weighs less than 3.5 oz. Models available are: Oboe/Oboe Damore & English Horn.
Forrests Silver Bassoon Reed, Style KOR
Treasure Bassoon Reeds
Treasure bassoon reeds are made to be of exceptional quality. They are on the light side, making it a reed that does a lot of work with little effort. They are handmade. These reeds offer a great response with a rich tone and are sealed with hot glue to ensure a superior seal. The color of each reed's hot glue may vary.
Treasure bassoon reeds are made to be of exceptional quality. They are on the light side, making it a reed that does a lot of work with little effort. They are handmade. These reeds offer a great response with a rich tone and are sealed with hot glue to ensure a superior seal. The color of each reed's hot glue may vary.
RSB Oboe Reeds Pro
Hand finished professional oboe reed ready to play out of the box. If you prefer to make some adjustments yourself, order the plus.
Hand finished professional oboe reed ready to play out of the box. If you prefer to make some adjustments yourself, order the plus.
RSB Oboe Pro Reed Plus
Professional oboe reed with a little cane left on to make your own adjustments.
Professional oboe reed with a little cane left on to make your own adjustments.
Pegs not included
Peg Base
Replaces the T-06 K&M peg base. Compact, sturdy steel peg base holds up to
4 Forrests or K&M pegs.
Folds to 2" x 8" x 1", unfolded it has a 14 1/2" footprint.
Replaces the T-06 K&M peg base. Compact, sturdy steel peg base holds up to
4 Forrests or K&M pegs.
Folds to 2" x 8" x 1", unfolded it has a 14 1/2" footprint.
Pegs not included
Silk Pull Through Oboe Swab
The Superslick one piece pull through oboe swab is made of absorbent 100% Habotai silk, fully hemmed and sized to pull completely through the oboe. This swab also has a "tail" for easy removal if the swab gets stuck. Colors are factory select; currently silver, black, gray, burgundy and purple. If you have a preference, please let us know in the "comment" box when you order and we will do our best to oblige.
The Superslick one piece pull through oboe swab is made of absorbent 100% Habotai silk, fully hemmed and sized to pull completely through the oboe. This swab also has a "tail" for easy removal if the swab gets stuck. Colors are factory select; currently silver, black, gray, burgundy and purple. If you have a preference, please let us know in the "comment" box when you order and we will do our best to oblige.
Hand Made Professional Blue Ridge Oboe Reed
Strengths available are Medium Soft, Medium, & Medium Hard.
Strengths available are Medium Soft, Medium, & Medium Hard.
Forrests Hannover Bassoon Reed
An American take on the classic German bassoon reed. Made using the Thunemann shape, these medium to medium hard reeds are both dark and free-blowing in all ranges.
An American take on the classic German bassoon reed. Made using the Thunemann shape, these medium to medium hard reeds are both dark and free-blowing in all ranges.
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Music Themed Small Soft Tool Pouch
High quality hand made tool pouch by Jenny Behnke. Sturdy construction with loving attention to detail. Zipper opens fully to access tools quickly.
8" x 3-1/2" x 5" Options available are: 6.
High quality hand made tool pouch by Jenny Behnke. Sturdy construction with loving attention to detail. Zipper opens fully to access tools quickly.
8" x 3-1/2" x 5" Options available are: 6.
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Calliope
Paul Hanson and Raze the Maze have created a new album that doesn't just defy genre - it redefines it. From hypnotic grooves to expansive solos, Calliope is a bold musical statement that will captivate and challenge listeners. It's beautifully complicated, like the intoxicating and wild ride of your first relationship.
Paul Hanson has redefined the possibilities of the bassoon, a traditionally classical instrument, by bringing it into new realms of jazz, rock and world music. Known for his improvisational genius and technical prowess, Hanson has performed concertos with local symphonies and performed with musical legends Bela Fleck, Wayne Shorter, Jon Batiste, Billy Cobham amongst others. His reputation as an innovator has only grown, with critics praising his ability "to transform the bassoon from a symphony orchestra instrument into a viable workhorse for extended solos."
Raze the Maze hails from the San Francisco Bay Area and currently resides in Oregon. They are a progressive rock band led by composer and bassist Tarik Ragab and vocalist/arranger Moorea Dickason. The duo has earned a reputation for pushing musical boundaries with catchy hooks, blistering riffs and intellectually engaging lyrics. In Calliope, they bring these elements together with Hanson's electric bassoon for an unprecedented collaboration that fuses progressive rock's complexity with the improvisational freedom of jazz.
Manuscript Paper, 64 Sheets, 12 Stave Paper Pad
64 8.5" x 11" sheets of staff paper, note pad with tear off sheets. Fits all ring binders. Includes music notation guide.
64 8.5" x 11" sheets of staff paper, note pad with tear off sheets. Fits all ring binders. Includes music notation guide.
Reeds 'n Stuff Bassoon Holding Mandrel
This holding mandrel allows you to have full control of both the reed and your tools during the finishing process.
Designed to hold your reeds and still allow ample space for a plaque, this holding mandrel gives you ultimate control of your work while keeping your fingers at a safe distance from any knives you may be using.
This holding mandrel allows you to have full control of both the reed and your tools during the finishing process.
Designed to hold your reeds and still allow ample space for a plaque, this holding mandrel gives you ultimate control of your work while keeping your fingers at a safe distance from any knives you may be using.
Reeds 'n Stuff Bassoon Forming Mandrel
The classic forming mandrel. This forming mandrel is 2.3 mm wide at the tip and has a two-part progression towards the back to allow the reed to be gently opened from the inside. Ideal for smaller shapes and those who prefer reeds which are less round in the area of the first two wires.
The classic forming mandrel. This forming mandrel is 2.3 mm wide at the tip and has a two-part progression towards the back to allow the reed to be gently opened from the inside. Ideal for smaller shapes and those who prefer reeds which are less round in the area of the first two wires.
Reeds 'n Stuff Bassoon Mandrel Plus Reeds 'n Stuff Bassoon Holding Mandrel Plus
For those who prefer a more rounded throat, Reeds 'n Stuff has developed, together with Prof. David Petersen, the forming mandrel PLUS. The tip is 3.2 mm wide, which helps give the reed a larger and rounder throat opening. Ideal for wider shapes and those who prefer a larger inner cavity in the their reeds.
For those who prefer a more rounded throat, Reeds 'n Stuff has developed, together with Prof. David Petersen, the forming mandrel PLUS. The tip is 3.2 mm wide, which helps give the reed a larger and rounder throat opening. Ideal for wider shapes and those who prefer a larger inner cavity in the their reeds.
Reeds 'n Stuff Ejector Ring for Bassoon Mandrel
The ejector ring for bassoon reeds is used to easily detach the reed from the mandrel after the wire has been fixed. In addition, by using an ejector ring you avoid twisting the reed when pulling it off the mandrel, which would otherwise lead to undesired blade slippage.
Due to it's unique design, the ejector ring can be set to any desired position on the mandrel. The ejector ring fits on all mandrels up to a diameter of 6 mm, and can also be used as a depth stop on our spiral-fluted and diamond-coated reamers.
The ejector ring for bassoon reeds is used to easily detach the reed from the mandrel after the wire has been fixed. In addition, by using an ejector ring you avoid twisting the reed when pulling it off the mandrel, which would otherwise lead to undesired blade slippage.
Due to it's unique design, the ejector ring can be set to any desired position on the mandrel. The ejector ring fits on all mandrels up to a diameter of 6 mm, and can also be used as a depth stop on our spiral-fluted and diamond-coated reamers.
Reeds n Stuff Bassoon Pliers
The handles are specially made with an oval opening and smooth inner surfaces. With the pliers' slender tips, you'll be able to find the perfect position between the second and third wires.
The handles are specially made with an oval opening and smooth inner surfaces. With the pliers' slender tips, you'll be able to find the perfect position between the second and third wires.
Reeds 'n Stuff Contra Holding Mandrel
This holding mandrel allows you to have full control of both the reed and your tools during the finishing process. Designed to hold your reeds and still allow ample space for a plaque, the holding mandrel gives you ultimate control of your work while keeping your fingers at a safe distance from any knives. The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.
This holding mandrel allows you to have full control of both the reed and your tools during the finishing process. Designed to hold your reeds and still allow ample space for a plaque, the holding mandrel gives you ultimate control of your work while keeping your fingers at a safe distance from any knives. The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.
Reeds 'n Stuff Contra Forming Mandrel
Use one mandrel to form the tubes from start to finish. The parabolic forming mandrel for contra bassoon reeds is newly designed to meet your reed making needs. Several crucial measurements were taken from a host of contra bassoon reeds in the most popular shapes to provide key thicknesses at the back of the reed as well as throughout the tube. The tip of the mandrel is less than 2 mm wide - small enough to fit between the pieces of cane after folding and help open up the tube.
Use one mandrel to form the tubes from start to finish. The parabolic forming mandrel for contra bassoon reeds is newly designed to meet your reed making needs. Several crucial measurements were taken from a host of contra bassoon reeds in the most popular shapes to provide key thicknesses at the back of the reed as well as throughout the tube. The tip of the mandrel is less than 2 mm wide - small enough to fit between the pieces of cane after folding and help open up the tube.
Reeds 'n Stuff Ejector Ring for Contra Forming Mandrel
The ejector ring for contrabassoon reeds is used to easily detach the reed from the mandrel after the wire has been fixed. In addition, by using an ejector ring you avoid twisting the reed when pulling it off the mandrel, which would otherwise lead to undesired blade slippage.
Due to it's unique design, the ejector ring can be set to any desired position on the mandrel.
The ejector ring fits on all mandrels up to a maximum diameter of 6.5 mm, and can also be used as a depth stop on spiral-fluted and diamond-coated reamers. Use the Ejector Ring as a depth stop, so that your reeds are always formed the same way and you do not have to remember how far above or below the line you form your reeds.
The ejector ring for contrabassoon reeds is used to easily detach the reed from the mandrel after the wire has been fixed. In addition, by using an ejector ring you avoid twisting the reed when pulling it off the mandrel, which would otherwise lead to undesired blade slippage.
Due to it's unique design, the ejector ring can be set to any desired position on the mandrel.
The ejector ring fits on all mandrels up to a maximum diameter of 6.5 mm, and can also be used as a depth stop on spiral-fluted and diamond-coated reamers. Use the Ejector Ring as a depth stop, so that your reeds are always formed the same way and you do not have to remember how far above or below the line you form your reeds.
Howarth Bear Key Ring
A little friend to add charm to your oboe case, backpack or key ring.
A little friend to add charm to your oboe case, backpack or key ring.
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Manuscript Paper, 32 Sheets, 6 Stave Spiral Bound
32 8.5" x 8.5" sheets of staff paper, spiral bound, 6 staves per sheet. Includes Music Notation Guide.
32 8.5" x 8.5" sheets of staff paper, spiral bound, 6 staves per sheet. Includes Music Notation Guide.
Edition: Hal Leonard
Manuscript Paper, 96 Sheets, 12 Stave Spiral Bound
96 8.5" x 11" sheets of staff paper, spiral bound, 12 staves per sheet. Includes Music Notation Guide.
96 8.5" x 11" sheets of staff paper, spiral bound, 12 staves per sheet. Includes Music Notation Guide.
Edition: Hal Leonard
Jende Reed Knife, Right Handed Model 15K
Double Hollow Ground Reed Knife hand sharpened to a razor sharp edge.
Tapered hardwood handle fits any hand size. Superior steel type provides a longer edge retention while scraping.
Resistant to rust.
Double Hollow Ground Reed Knife hand sharpened to a razor sharp edge.
Tapered hardwood handle fits any hand size. Superior steel type provides a longer edge retention while scraping.
Resistant to rust.
Daily Routines for Bassoon by Jacqueline Wilson
This book provides a systematic way to improve your fundamental bassoon skills. Each of the seven 30 minute routines is divided into the following categories: Long Tones, Articulation, Half-Hole/Thumb Coordination, Scales, Arpeggios, Response and Intonation Across Registers.
When your fundamentals improve everything you play gets better!
This book provides a systematic way to improve your fundamental bassoon skills. Each of the seven 30 minute routines is divided into the following categories: Long Tones, Articulation, Half-Hole/Thumb Coordination, Scales, Arpeggios, Response and Intonation Across Registers.
When your fundamentals improve everything you play gets better!
Edition: Mountain Peak Music, difficulty: 3 - 4
Mason Cox: Seer for Unaccompanied Bassoon
This solo bassoon piece is a narrative, "choose your own adventure" where bassoonists get to pick not only which of the 16 fragments to perform but also the order in which they perform them. The beginning serves as a prelude and depicts falling into a trance. The middle section represents the fragments of one's future that performers must interpret and piece together to tell the future. The last section of the piece serves as a postlude and depicts the performer falling out of their trance state.
This solo bassoon piece is a narrative, "choose your own adventure" where bassoonists get to pick not only which of the 16 fragments to perform but also the order in which they perform them. The beginning serves as a prelude and depicts falling into a trance. The middle section represents the fragments of one's future that performers must interpret and piece together to tell the future. The last section of the piece serves as a postlude and depicts the performer falling out of their trance state.
Edition: masoncoxmusic.com, difficulty: 4 - 5
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Jenni Brandon: Chrysos
This piece for Bassoon and Piano explores the life cycle of the Monarch Butterfly which lives and migrates across North America. The work, in one movement, has five sections that tell the story of this cycle.
This piece for Bassoon and Piano explores the life cycle of the Monarch Butterfly which lives and migrates across North America. The work, in one movement, has five sections that tell the story of this cycle.
Difficulty: 4 - 5
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Jenni Brandon: The Sequoia Trio For Oboe, Clarinet and Bassoon
The composer writes
The composer writes
I had returned from a trip to Sequoia National Park in July of 2008 and was inspired by the great trees. I knew that these would be the basis for the new work, and in searching for a voice of these great trees I turned to the words of John Muir for inspiration.
Each movement of The Sequoia Trio (oboe, clarinet, bassoon sheet music) takes a quote about Sequoia trees from John Muir's book The Yosemite and uses it to inspire the music. The opening waving pattern creates the gentle breeze as the growth of the tree starts in the bassoon, moving through the clarinet and is carried all the way to the top of the tree through the oboe. Movement two is sassy and jazzy, describing the kind of resilient attitude that young trees must maintain in order to survive. "The Three Graces" plays on the idea of the three instruments in the ensemble and Muir's own reference to Greek mythology. Finally in "The Noble Trees" the instruments play a hymn-like tribute to the largest living things on earth. The two "Tree Interludes" represent the individual voice of a tree and its story.
This piece was written during my composer residency with the Vientos Trio during 2008-2009.
Difficulty: 4 - 5
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Forrests 80 Year Anniversary Tote Bag
Forrests Natural Cotton Canvas Tote Bag good for music and groceries! Celebrating 80 years of excellence. 16" x 12-1/2" x 3"
Forrests Natural Cotton Canvas Tote Bag good for music and groceries! Celebrating 80 years of excellence. 16" x 12-1/2" x 3"
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Hand Made Student Blue Ridge Oboe Reed
Strengths available are Medium Soft, Medium, & Medium Hard.
Strengths available are Medium Soft, Medium, & Medium Hard.
Magnetic Reed Soaker
Available again! Black plastic shot glass with watertight lid which clings to any steel stand column with strong magnets.
Available again! Black plastic shot glass with watertight lid which clings to any steel stand column with strong magnets.
Roger Zare: Seas of the Moon
Selected repertoire for the 2025 Meg Quigley Vivaldi Competition
Seas of the Moon is a suite inspired by four imaginatively named regions on the moon. Early humans gazed at the brilliant moon that the moon is desolate and completely devoid of bodies of water, these names of lunar regions stuck and are fantastically de
The first movement, "Mare Vaporum," or "Sea of Vapors," suggests an impressionist seascape, with foam and fog roiling about. W
"Mare Crisium," or "Sea of Crises," is a fast and rhythmic piece with multiple layers of rhythm that dance about the whole rang
The third movement, "Mare Frigoris," or "Sea of Cold," explores lyricism again. Contrasting the first movement, the rhythms of
The final movement, "Oceanus Procellarum," or "Ocean of Storms," is a rhythmic tour de force. A bit inspired by heavy metal.
Selected repertoire for the 2025 Meg Quigley Vivaldi Competition
Seas of the Moon is a suite inspired by four imaginatively named regions on the moon. Early humans gazed at the brilliant moon that the moon is desolate and completely devoid of bodies of water, these names of lunar regions stuck and are fantastically de
The first movement, "Mare Vaporum," or "Sea of Vapors," suggests an impressionist seascape, with foam and fog roiling about. W
"Mare Crisium," or "Sea of Crises," is a fast and rhythmic piece with multiple layers of rhythm that dance about the whole rang
The third movement, "Mare Frigoris," or "Sea of Cold," explores lyricism again. Contrasting the first movement, the rhythms of
The final movement, "Oceanus Procellarum," or "Ocean of Storms," is a rhythmic tour de force. A bit inspired by heavy metal.
Difficulty: 5
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Forrests Angled Oboe Stand
Specially designed in Forrests' shop, this oboe peg with base is angled 5° to encourage water to drain down the back of the instrument and away from the tone holes. The peg is solid hardwood, the base is approximately 8" in diameter.
The peg detaches and clips to the base for easy storage in Lorée and many other oboe case cover pockets. Total weight is just 4.4oz.
Specially designed in Forrests' shop, this oboe peg with base is angled 5° to encourage water to drain down the back of the instrument and away from the tone holes. The peg is solid hardwood, the base is approximately 8" in diameter.
The peg detaches and clips to the base for easy storage in Lorée and many other oboe case cover pockets. Total weight is just 4.4oz.
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Wiseman Bocal Sock
Soft velvet bocal holder for 2 bocals, designed to fit inside a Wiseman Bassoon Case.
Various colors are available. You may ask for a particular color in the comment section when ordering.
Soft velvet bocal holder for 2 bocals, designed to fit inside a Wiseman Bassoon Case.
Various colors are available. You may ask for a particular color in the comment section when ordering.
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Maurice Ravel: Mother Goose Suite Cinq pieces enfantines. Arranged for Flute, Oboe and Piano
Originally written as a piano duet and later orchestrated as a ballet suite in 1911, Mother Goose Suite contains some of his most charming music. This arrangement for oboe, flute and piano is a perfect concert piece with its elegant miniatures and sparkling middle movement. The oboe and flute parts are true to the orchestral score, making it a useful adjunct to study of the excerpts for audition preparation.
Originally written as a piano duet and later orchestrated as a ballet suite in 1911, Mother Goose Suite contains some of his most charming music. This arrangement for oboe, flute and piano is a perfect concert piece with its elegant miniatures and sparkling middle movement. The oboe and flute parts are true to the orchestral score, making it a useful adjunct to study of the excerpts for audition preparation.
Edition: Aurea Capra, difficulty: 4
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Adolphus Hailstork: Siciliana for Solo English Horn
This piece is actually structured as a recitative and aria: a dramatic prelude serves as a soliloquy with question-like pauses, teasing our ears forward. The opening unfolds into a gorgeous rendering of the traditional 12/8 dance form, full of soaring meodies and elegant arabesques. The technical demands are within the reach of students looking for unaccompanied contest repertoire, while the expressive potential is enticing for advanced players in any setting. Performance time = 6 minutes.
This piece is actually structured as a recitative and aria: a dramatic prelude serves as a soliloquy with question-like pauses, teasing our ears forward. The opening unfolds into a gorgeous rendering of the traditional 12/8 dance form, full of soaring meodies and elegant arabesques. The technical demands are within the reach of students looking for unaccompanied contest repertoire, while the expressive potential is enticing for advanced players in any setting. Performance time = 6 minutes.
Edition: Presser, difficulty: 4
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Amanda Harberg: Sonata for Bassoon and Piano
This stunning addition fo the bassoon repertory features dramatic outer movements framing a slow and plaintive aria. Harberg's program notes put the dramatic its crying-out high notes in the context of writing in 2021: "The composition was deeply influenced by disruptive forces unfolding around us. While this unrest made writing difficult at times and brought me to uncomforable places within myself, the process was also full of unexpected discoveries and musical solutions I never would have found in less troubled times."
This stunning addition fo the bassoon repertory features dramatic outer movements framing a slow and plaintive aria. Harberg's program notes put the dramatic its crying-out high notes in the context of writing in 2021: "The composition was deeply influenced by disruptive forces unfolding around us. While this unrest made writing difficult at times and brought me to uncomforable places within myself, the process was also full of unexpected discoveries and musical solutions I never would have found in less troubled times."
Edition: Presser, difficulty: 4 - 5
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Giuseppe Tamplini: Fantasia di Bravura su motives dell'Opera La Figlia del Reggimento by Gaetano Donizettti
Tamplini was born in Bolgna in 1817 and died there in 1888. He was one of the best known bassoon virtuosi of his time and performed at La Scala in Milan. This edition is edited by Steven Dibner assistant principal bassoon of the San Francisco Symphony since 1983. It is based on themes from the
Donizetti opera The Daughter of the Regiment.
IDRS 2024 Competition Piece
Tamplini was born in Bolgna in 1817 and died there in 1888. He was one of the best known bassoon virtuosi of his time and performed at La Scala in Milan. This edition is edited by Steven Dibner assistant principal bassoon of the San Francisco Symphony since 1983. It is based on themes from the
Donizetti opera The Daughter of the Regiment.
IDRS 2024 Competition Piece
Edition: Trevco, difficulty: 5
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Claude Debussy: Syrinx for Solo Bassoon arr by Kris King
Syrinx was composed for solo flute in 1913 as incidental music for Gabriel Mourey's play "Psyche". The music reflects the story of the Greek mythological figure Syrinx, a nymph who transforms into a reed to escape the pursuit of the god Pan. The piece is known for its fluid, ethereal melodies and atmospheric qualities.
Kris King is a bassoonist and arranger in Northern California. He performs with the octet Nomad Session, the wind trio Keyed Kontraptions and multiple orchestras in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Syrinx was composed for solo flute in 1913 as incidental music for Gabriel Mourey's play "Psyche". The music reflects the story of the Greek mythological figure Syrinx, a nymph who transforms into a reed to escape the pursuit of the god Pan. The piece is known for its fluid, ethereal melodies and atmospheric qualities.
Kris King is a bassoonist and arranger in Northern California. He performs with the octet Nomad Session, the wind trio Keyed Kontraptions and multiple orchestras in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Difficulty: 4 - 5
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Forrests Canvas Tool Bag
9" x 6" x 1-1/2" zipper top tool bag made of 100% Cotton.
9" x 6" x 1-1/2" zipper top tool bag made of 100% Cotton.
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