KRISTIN LEITTERMAN, OBOE & SOPRANO
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Reed-making

Reed-making is a necessary companion to playing the oboe.  An oboist makes their own reeds so they can have more control over their playing.  However, learning to make reeds can lead to frustration for the beginning reed-maker.  

​Click below to find some help if you are in the midst of that frustration.
Recommended Reed Tools
Knife Technique
​Shaping Cane
Tying a reed
The Basic Scrape
Finishing & Troubleshooting

Want to purchase handmade reeds from me?
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  • Home
  • About
    • Biography
    • Photos
  • Calendar
  • Sounds
    • Audio
    • Video
    • Live!
  • Teaching
    • Teaching Philosophy
    • Arkansas State University
    • Lucarelli Oboe Master Class
    • Private Studio
  • Resources
  • Research
    • Mary Chandler
    • Vogt's Musical Autograph Album
    • Consortium
  • Contact