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Oboe Tone Production Problems/Remedies
SOUND EX.#
SOUND PRODUCED
CAUSES OF PROBLEM
REMEDIES
1
Correct sound of crow
None
None
2
High pitched crow with too few sounds.
Embouchure is too tight, pinched.
Decrease pressure in embouchure, more re- laxed.
Reed is too stiff, closed off.
Check thickness of reed, balance in cane.
3
Low pitched crow
Lack of support/horn angle too high.
More support, faster air/reduce angle of oboe.
Reed too soft.
Change length and/or width of reed.
4
Rushing air
Embouchure too loose.
Firmer lips, corners. Roll lower lip in slightly.
Lack of support.
More support, faster air.
5
Stopped, no sound
Pinching or biting reed.
More “oh,” separate teeth, less reed in mouth.
Reed too soft.
Change length and/or width of reed.
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