Jul 20, 20231 minDo you know how to use the half-hole on the oboe? As we’re getting back to basics, I thought we should revisit the half-hole and what your students should and should NOT be doing with...
Jul 6, 20232 minBad tone? Check your posture! It’s the Summer Semester here at the Gessner Oboe Studio! My students and I have been getting back into normal practice routines,...
Jun 22, 20232 minMy top 3 reasons NOT to use Jones/Emerald reedsI’ve scheduled this to publish while I’m enjoying some R&R with friends and family in the Midwest. While I’m relaxing, let’s get into my...
Jun 8, 20233 minThe one thing that will help your new oboe students stick with oboe…Happy Summer! In the Bay Area, most of the schools I serve have wrapped up their academic year, or are finishing this week. I’m currently...