Requirements for Oboe:
Most of these items will be included in the rental package:
Instrument (Please see list of acceptable brands below)
Essential Elements Interactive Book 1 for Oboe (For Beginners Only)
Medium Soft Reeds (6th Grade/Beginners) or Medium Hard Reeds (Advanced 7th/8th)
Always try to have 2 on hand
Wire Music Stand for practicing at home
Music Companies Used by BMS:
You can use any of these companies to obtain your child's instrument, book, and accessories. Reps from these companies come to BMS every week.
Contact: Michael Pagel michael.pagel@musicarts.com
Contact: Andy Bell abell@portmansmusic.com
Contact: Jim Schmelzer jimschmelzer@bignotemusic.com
Recommended Brands:
Yamaha
Selmer
Fox
Jupiter
Loree
Buffet
Helpful Links for Getting Started on Oboe:
Recordings of Professional Oboe Players: