I know you're not and oboe expert like you are with bassoon but it'd be really cool if you could do some oboe cane review kinda stuff too. I'm only just in the reed making game and it's be nice to know about cane. I can never find any good oboe reed info.
Love the idea of the Muji drawers for cane storage! I'm glad to hear your thoughts on the silvacane; playing with an orchestra this summer (for 6+ hours a day), my measurements definitely changed using the silvacane!
Hi there! Great to get your comment- haven't heard from you in ages. I would love to hear the location where you were playing (sea level/altitude and climate) and the measurements. Always fun to hear how bassoonists are adjusting to fit needed requirements! Hope you're well! And Happy Bassoon-ing!
Eryn Oft I would be glad to share! I was mostly playing in very warm, humid places. Our rehearsals were in Waterloo, Ontario (elevation of 329 meters), which had very high humidity and reasonably high temperature. My reeds ended up having shorter blades (down to almost 28.5 from 30), and having slightly lighter backs (down from 100) and the heart (at 9 mm for me) went down to 65 from 70. The tips of my reeds also went up to about 25 on the micrometer. I also began to narrow the tip of my reeds to 15.5 mm, which helped with focus issues. These reeds also worked well when we toured to Portugal, although the climate was surprisingly less humid and hot. Hope all is well in your reed cases!
Love this video found it really interesting. I'm a clarinet and saxophone player who hopes to become a; instrument repairer, maker and teacher. I've recent become rather interested in double reeds and how the reeds are made and found this helpful. If love to make my own for my instruments.
Hello Eryn! Thank you very much again for your great collection of videos!! I have a question: we bought a few reeds about 6 months ago but never played them so far. Do you think they might harden up with months (or years)))? Is it better to let them in their little plastic tube or take them out so that it'll be a better air circulation? Could soak and dry them help them aging better?
Hi There- In answer to your questions- YES! You can set them out and wait, they will harden with time. AND you can soak and set them and it will simulate the breaking in process. I have more about exactly this- Time Capsule Reeds. Here's a direct link for more information: th-cam.com/video/wwuPzaLXmhU/w-d-xo.html
I've been going through all your videos since I'm going to be playing bassoon later on this week! My teacher put me on oboe last year which didn't really work out but I think bassoon is for me :) it's a really awesome instrument and I can't wait to start playing. I love your videos btw!
Eryn Oft thanks for replying! I do have a question. Since I do play clarinet I know that the embouchures are completely different, do you have any tips for keeping a good embouchure even if I play clarinet and bassoon?
Do you have any recommendations for those who want to start experimenting with other types of cane? My biggest issue is that I don't know the ins and outs of what different brands and styles have to offer.
Hi there- I have a series of videos on my channel dedicated to CANE REVIEWS to help with this. I speak about my experiences with each of the different cane types and vendors for each style. The other option is to buy and try! Your experience is key to knowing what works and what doesn't for your set up and style of playing. Happy Bassooning!
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I know you're not and oboe expert like you are with bassoon but it'd be really cool if you could do some oboe cane review kinda stuff too. I'm only just in the reed making game and it's be nice to know about cane. I can never find any good oboe reed info.
where do you get your bassoon Accessories, and if I can't make homemade bassoon reeds, where can I get them.
Love the idea of the Muji drawers for cane storage! I'm glad to hear your thoughts on the silvacane; playing with an orchestra this summer (for 6+ hours a day), my measurements definitely changed using the silvacane!
Hi there! Great to get your comment- haven't heard from you in ages. I would love to hear the location where you were playing (sea level/altitude and climate) and the measurements. Always fun to hear how bassoonists are adjusting to fit needed requirements! Hope you're well! And Happy Bassoon-ing!
Eryn Oft I would be glad to share! I was mostly playing in very warm, humid places. Our rehearsals were in Waterloo, Ontario (elevation of 329 meters), which had very high humidity and reasonably high temperature. My reeds ended up having shorter blades (down to almost 28.5 from 30), and having slightly lighter backs (down from 100) and the heart (at 9 mm for me) went down to 65 from 70. The tips of my reeds also went up to about 25 on the micrometer. I also began to narrow the tip of my reeds to 15.5 mm, which helped with focus issues. These reeds also worked well when we toured to Portugal, although the climate was surprisingly less humid and hot. Hope all is well in your reed cases!
Love this video found it really interesting. I'm a clarinet and saxophone player who hopes to become a; instrument repairer, maker and teacher. I've recent become rather interested in double reeds and how the reeds are made and found this helpful. If love to make my own for my instruments.
I'm so glad you liked it! Great repair technicians are a musician's best friend. :)
Hello Eryn! Thank you very much again for your great collection of videos!! I have a question: we bought a few reeds about 6 months ago but never played them so far. Do you think they might harden up with months (or years)))? Is it better to let them in their little plastic tube or take them out so that it'll be a better air circulation? Could soak and dry them help them aging better?
Hi There- In answer to your questions- YES! You can set them out and wait, they will harden with time. AND you can soak and set them and it will simulate the breaking in process. I have more about exactly this- Time Capsule Reeds. Here's a direct link for more information: th-cam.com/video/wwuPzaLXmhU/w-d-xo.html
I've been going through all your videos since I'm going to be playing bassoon later on this week! My teacher put me on oboe last year which didn't really work out but I think bassoon is for me :) it's a really awesome instrument and I can't wait to start playing. I love your videos btw!
Thanks for watching. I can't wait to hear all about your bassoon adventures. Keep me posted! And let me know if you have any video suggestions. :)
Eryn Oft thanks for replying! I do have a question. Since I do play clarinet I know that the embouchures are completely different, do you have any tips for keeping a good embouchure even if I play clarinet and bassoon?
RELAX Your Bottom Jaw! And never let your teeth touch the reed and you will be great. :)
Eryn Oft thanks! I'll make sure to remember that everytime I play bassoon :)
Woohoo! You will have the best tone colors of all doublers.
Do you have any recommendations for those who want to start experimenting with other types of cane? My biggest issue is that I don't know the ins and outs of what different brands and styles have to offer.
Hi there- I have a series of videos on my channel dedicated to CANE REVIEWS to help with this. I speak about my experiences with each of the different cane types and vendors for each style. The other option is to buy and try! Your experience is key to knowing what works and what doesn't for your set up and style of playing. Happy Bassooning!
I wish there was an oboist making videos like yours
I completely understand. I will see if I can have more oboe guests on my channel.