Hi,

Most of you that know me, know me as Riki TheFlautist, but now I`ve switched to oboe!

I was wondering if anyone had any beginner tips, since I was having great trouble playing, even though I do play ok for a 2 hour beginner.

Wow, that`s really cool! I just did that two weeks ago and I think I am sounding pretty good. One thing I did when I was learning to play was put too much reed in my mouth to try and tune. This will result in a bad tone and it still was out of tune. I had played off and on for about a year before I actually bought one so I already knew most of the fingerings and the basics on getting a tone. Well,I hope this will help with one problem and if you need anything else just ask.

Best of luck on learning the Oboe, Shawn

Thank you for your kind respond!

Good luck on the Oboe. Just don`t get discouraged. With a good embouchure and good amount of practice the Oboe will take to you.

Though do keep in mind that if you don`t touch your flute for a while you`ll lose your lips.

Hey that is great that you are trying something new. Don`t give up easily!! It is more complicated then people think. I have gotten mad many a time but you have to keep going and you will become great!! Good Luck and stay positive!! With that you will be a great player in no time!!