About this Book: |
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The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Oboe Reedmaking, Volume 2 resumes the discussion of reedmaking with advanced treatment of reedmaking theory, adjustment, and presentation of the material in volume 1. This volume provides a unique contribution to the study and practice of oboe reedmaking including:
-Going beyond the basics found in conventional texts
-Quality control
-Oboe adjustment
-Acoustics
-Balancing the reed
-Analyzing your reed’s tone quality
-Using the tone quality of the reed and crow for reed adjustments
-Learning how the parts and subsections of the reed function
-Reed adjustment by anatomical section of the reed
-Advanced reed tests and adjustment techniques
-Advanced reed blank preparation
-Designing and customizing your reeds
-Reedmaking at high altitude
-Gouging machines and adjustment
-Advanced discussion of measurement and gaging
-Over 185 color illustrations and photographs
-Reedmaking steps not discussed or illustrated elsewhere
-Graphics drawn with three-dimensional effects
-Suitable for group or private instruction
-Heavy illustration conducive to use by the non-native English speaker
-Unique presentations of material found in standard texts
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About the Author: |
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Ann Rosandich is a professional oboe performer, teacher and reedmaker with over 40 years experience.
She was appointed solo English horn of the New Mexico Symphony at age 19. Additionally, she is a former member of the Albuquerque Chamber Orchestra.
Ann has made oboe reeds professionally for a leading American reedmaking company. She holds a BM and MM from Boston University.
Ann has performed with Emmanuel Music, Boston Classical Orchestra, Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra, New Hampshire Symphony and on WGBH-FM Radio. She has made guest chamber music appearances with Boston Symphony members on the Boston University Faculty Series.
Ann is the author, illustrator, and designer of the critically acclaimed book on oboe reedmaking, The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Oboe Reedmaking: A Guide To The American School Of Oboe Reedmaking, Volume 1
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