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Find teachers specialising in orchestral oboe technique and reed-making basics.

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Central Music Institute - Oboe teacher
Central Music Institute
OboeOnline
30
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Central Music Institute (CMI) is a multitude award-winning music institution known for delivering structured, high-quality classical and contemporary music education to students across the globe. With a strong…

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Oliver Barratt - Oboe teacher
Oliver Barratt
OboeOnline
NZ$16.50
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I am a registered Secondary Music Educator in Hamilton, New Zealand. Clarinet is my specialisation and I offer tuition on all orchestral woodwind instruments, Ukulele, and Music Theory.

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Lucy Romney - Oboe teacher
Lucy Romney
OboeOnline
15
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Hi, I am a woodwind teacher based in North London. I can offer lessons either at my house (in Tufnell Park), at my students premises, or online. I began my musical journey 16 years ago, and have since gained my grade 8…

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John Spoulos - Oboe teacher
John Spoulos
OboeOnline
120$ per month, 4 sessions per month
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John Spoulos,I have been teaching for five decades.I have had three rock stars and two Grammy nominees as,well as numerous performers,college scholarships for students.We teach all of the,styles,but more importantly, I…

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Oboe lessons emphasise breath support, double-reed technique and orchestral repertoire for expressive playing.

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Oboe lessons: what to expect

Reed basics

Teachers often assist with reed selection and basic reed maintenance.

Practice tips

Controlled breathing exercises and slow, focused tone work.

A simple learning path for oboe

A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.

Weeks 1–8: Foundations
1

Breathing, posture and producing a centered tone on the oboe.

Months 2–6: Technique
2

Scale work, tonguing, phrase shaping and reed care.

Months 6+: Repertoire
3

Orchestral excerpts, chamber music and audition preparation.

Getting started: what you need

Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.

  • A student oboe and basic reed supplies; reed-making may be introduced as skills progress.
  • A tuner, metronome and careful guided practice.

Styles & goals your teacher can support

Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.

Orchestral
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Excerpts, blend and tone control.

Chamber
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Intonation and stylistic sensitivity.

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FAQs about oboe lessons

Is reed-making required?

Many oboists learn basic reed adjustments; teachers usually guide whether to start reed-making.