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Simple Reed Adjustments Using Wet/Dry Sandpaper

5:34

Playing Notes Below the Bass Staff

4:44

Articulation on the Bassoon Reed

1:15

Supporting the Bassoon

2:49

Pitch Test - Playing the Reed on Bocal

2:29

Bassoon Hand and Finger Position

2:32

Adjusting the Tip Opening

The size of the tip opening on your bassoon reed influences the response, intonation, tone quality. This video demonstrates how to manipulate the wires to adjust the tip opening.
This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teachers and beginner to advanced intermediate level bassoon students. See link below.

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Simple Reed Adjustments Using Wet/Dry Sandpaper

5:34

Simple Reed Adjustments Using Wet/Dry Sandpaper

Просмотров 62 месяца назад

400 or 600 grit wet/dry sandpaper can be used to smooth the surface of your reed. This will help the reed play better and it will feel better on your lips. Coarse sandpaper (220-320 grit) can be used to gradually remove cane to change the taper or thin the reed. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for n...

4:44

Playing Notes Below the Bass Staff

Просмотров 592 месяца назад

This video covers the notes below the staff (low E down to low B-flat), focusing on fingerings, air speed, openness in the oral cavity, and the motion in the left and right thumbs. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teachers and beginner to advanced intermediate level bassoon s...

1:15

Articulation on the Bassoon Reed

Просмотров 212 месяца назад

A short video that describes the basics of articulation on the bassoon reed. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teachers and beginner to advanced intermediate level bassoon students. See link below.

2:49

Supporting the Bassoon

Просмотров 112 месяца назад

This video covers the 3 places of support when holding the bassoon. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teachers and beginner to advanced intermediate level bassoon students. See link below.

2:29

Pitch Test - Playing the Reed on Bocal

Просмотров 142 месяца назад

Video demonstrates putting a bassoon reed on a bocal and testing the pitch. The pitch from playing the reed on the bocal should be middle C on the piano. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teachers and beginner to advanced intermediate level bassoon students. See link below.

2:32

Bassoon Hand and Finger Position

Просмотров 252 месяца назад

This video demonstrates how to hold the bassoon and where to put your fingers. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teachers and beginner to advanced intermediate level bassoon students. See link below.

Bassoon Reeds: Thinning the Tip with a Knife

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Bassoon Reeds: Thinning the Tip with a Knife

Просмотров 242 месяца назад

This video demonstrates a pencil and knife technique for thinning the tip of a bassoon reed. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teachers and beginner to advanced intermediate level bassoon students. See link below.

6:08

Speaker Keys on the Bassoon

Просмотров 382 месяца назад

In this video Dr. Lowe identifies the speaker keys on the bassoon, explains the purpose of the speaker keys, and demonstrates how to play octaves using the speaker keys. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teachers and beginner to advanced intermediate level bassoon students. Se...

1:31

Sliding on the Low D key

Просмотров 242 месяца назад

In this video Dr. Lowe demonstrates a sliding technique for the left thumb on the low D key. This slide facilitates a smooth connection between notes below the staff. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teachers and beginner to advanced intermediate level bassoon students. See l...

Reaming to Improve a Reed's Fit on the Bocal

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Reaming to Improve a Reed's Fit on the Bocal

Просмотров 172 месяца назад

This video demonstrates the process of reaming a bassoon reed for a proper fit on the bocal. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teachers and beginner to advanced intermediate level bassoon students. See link below.

4:05

Flicking on the Bassoon

Просмотров 442 месяца назад

Flicking on the Bassoon

Bassoon Reeds: Simple Adjustments Using Wet/Dry Sandpaper

5:34

Bassoon Reeds: Simple Adjustments Using Wet/Dry Sandpaper

Просмотров 322 месяца назад

Bassoon Reeds: Simple Adjustments Using Wet/Dry Sandpaper

Making Your First Sound: Playing on the Reed

1:17

Making Your First Sound: Playing on the Reed

Просмотров 122 месяца назад

Making Your First Sound: Playing on the Reed

1:02

Soaking a Bassoon Reed

Просмотров 212 месяца назад

Soaking a Bassoon Reed

2:05

Low E Key Does 2 Things

Просмотров 232 месяца назад

Low E Key Does 2 Things

Using the Front F-sharp Key on the Bassoon

0:46

Using the Front F-sharp Key on the Bassoon

Просмотров 402 месяца назад

Using the Front F-sharp Key on the Bassoon

1:25

Finger Technique on the Bassoon

Просмотров 242 месяца назад

This video explains the basics of good finger technique (curved fingers and a light touch) on the bassoon. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teachers and beginner to advanced intermediate level bassoon students. See link below.

1:42

The Seat Strap

Просмотров 162 месяца назад

The seat strap is an important piece of equipment. A good one will allow you to adjust the height of the bassoon easily and quickly. The seat strap can also help or hinder the player's comfort when holding the bassoon in playing position. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teac...

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Half-hole Technique on the Bassoon

Просмотров 232 месяца назад

This video demonstrates the half-hole technique needed to play middle F-sharp, G, and A-flat on the bassoon. Common issues and their solutions are included. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teachers and beginner to advanced intermediate level bassoon students. See link below.

7:32

Putting the Bassoon Together

Просмотров 312 месяца назад

This video demonstrates how to assemble the bassoon and includes close-ups of the bridge keys, body lock, and whisper key mechanism. This video was created as part of my free digital bassoon method book titled Teaching & Playing Bassoon: A Modern Guide intended for non-bassoonist music teachers and beginner to advanced intermediate level bassoon students. See link below.