Oboe

Supplies for OBOE

• Oboes will be fully rented from the school for an $80 instrument use fee.

• Required accessories:

  • 3 Bocal Majority Intermediate S Reeds

    • Reeds produce sound on instrument

  • Fox Reed Case

    • Protects reeds when not in use

  • Reed Soaking Cup and Clip (Or an empty and clean prescription bottle)

    • Allows the reed to soak in water

  • Silk Oboe Swab 

    • To clean the inside of the instrument after each use

  • Cork Grease

    • Aids in assembling instrument

  • Folding Music Stand

    • Ensures proper playing technique while practicing at home

  • Bocal Majority Beginner Class Boot Camp Book, One

  • Korg TM60 Tuner/Metronome and Korg CM300 Pickup mic

    • Will be used in class and at home

Where to buy:

As with any purchase, it is best to explore as many options as possible before you buy. Here are a few options for you, please feel free to call or email if you have any questions.

Local Stores:

Local stores are the best option if you are unsure about what you are buying. They will know exactly what insturment brand and model you will need and will have different rental options that mail order companies will not. They will also be able to do different repair/warranty deals.

N-Tune Music (Click here for website)

10450 E. Bankhead Highway Aledo, TX 76008-3158 (817)441-9003

Tarpley Music (Click here for website)

628 SW Wilshire Blvd Burleson, TX 76028 (817)736-1633  

Brook Mays Music Co. (Click here for website)

3801 S. Cooper St. #117 Arlington,TX 76105 (817)468-1500

Music & Arts (Click here for website)

4000 5 Points Blvd. #129 Arlington, TX 76018 (817)466-8696

Mail-Order Companies: 

This is the best option if you want to buy straight out without renting or financing, which in the long run could save you hundreds of dollars. These companies are well respected. Please be very specific about the brand and model you are looking for. Also, these companies may not have all the required accessories.

• Woodwind and Brasswind (Click here for website)

  • Call toll free at 1-866-514-7200

• Muncy Winds (Click here for website)

  • 1-828-832-3830

• Musicians Friend (Click here for website)

  • 1-877-880-5907

Facebook Marketplace, eBay,Pawn Shops, Amazon: 

This option has the highest risk, but you could also get a great deal. I would not buy anything sight unseen without a money back guarantee! Also, ask the seller if you can have a 'third party evaluation' done. This is where the seller takes the instrument to a reputable music shop, preferably one you pick, and has it inspected for quality. You then communicate directly to the shop rather than the seller. This can be a lot of extra work, but you might be able to get a great deal. 

When you acquire the instrument, IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT that the student or other family members not be allowed to play the instrument before instruction has been given! Your child will develop bad habits that are very difficult to break, and the well-meaning family member may break the instrument or its accessories which could result in a costly repair or replacement. 

Private Lessons

Private instruction is available for your child from local professional musicians. Private lessons are not required; however, they are strongly suggested and will give your child an opportunity to progress more quickly. A weekly lesson is 30 minutes long, and the average rate per lesson is $20. Information will be given in January about signing up for private lessons.