![]() ![]() Here are the variables I see as most affecting the internal dimensions of the oboe reed. The larger the internal space the lower the pitch of the reed. The smaller this space is, the higher the pitch of the reed will be, assuming all other variables remain the same. The internal dimension of the reed can be thought of as the space between the two blades of oboe cane. Internal dimensions of the oboe reed affecting intonation They are Internal dimensions of the reed, Thickness of the cane, and external dimensions of the oboe reed. We can look at oboe reeds away from the oboist to better understand what variables affect the intonation of the reed itself. I see there being two main categories that most affect the intonation of an oboe reed. The oboe reed is dependent on the oboist, therefore the oboist makes or chooses reeds to suit their needs and desires. Variables affecting oboe reed intonation. I am not a writer by trade, so explaining these concepts may take some time to unfold. Hopefully, my view of this system will begin to emerge in my writing. This is why I feel developing some understanding of the holistic system of oboe, oboist, oboe is important. Oboe playing and reed making is a dynamic system, every variable has the potential to affect other qualities. Their intonation would also depend on the air they use and other variables on the list. physical features of the oboist (body size, thickness of lips)Īn oboist with a very tight embouchure may play sharp on reeds that another oboist would prefer.The pressure of air that is created in the body.The amount of air (volume) that is supplied to the reed from the player.I see the variables below affecting the oboist’s preference in an oboe reed’s pitch level. These can include but are not limited to A reed may play well in tune for one oboist, but out of tune for the next. The intonation of a reed is, therefore dependent on factors outside of the reed itself. I do not subscribe to the idea that there is one way to make an oboe reed, or that one school of thought in oboe playing is correct. “the ease at which the oboe reed plays accurately at the desired pitch level for a specific oboist and instrument”.The accuracy of pitch in playing or singing, or the ability to play or sing notes in tune.tion (according to a quick google search).Understanding how to evaluate and adjust these qualities in the oboe reed will give the oboist far more control over their reed making and performance. I see these three qualities as the most important qualities to evaluate in any oboe reed. “The Big Three” are intonation, response, and resistance. Intonation is one of the qualities in an oboe reed that I have come to call “ The Big Three“. Other oboists of all levels adjust purchased reeds to suit their specific needs. Every oboe reed must be suited for the oboist, which is one reason why many professional oboists tend to make their own reeds. The oboe reed must be made to play in tune with the oboist’s embouchure, air usage, and specific instrument. Learning to adjust oboe reed intonation is important, and not overly complicated as long as a conceptual framework is provided to understand the workings of oboe reeds and basic acoustics. ![]() While many instruments can be adjusted to play better in tune by changing either the length of the instrument, or string tension, the oboe must be tuned initially with the reed, and then with slight adjustments of the player’s embouchure and reed placement. The ability for a musician to play in tune with other instrumentalists is an important ability no matter what level they are at. ![]()
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