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The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Oboe Reedmaking Ann Rosandich is a professional oboe performer, teacher and reedmaker with over 40 years experience.
OBOE REEDMAKING BOOK BY ANN ROSANDICH, foreword by Eugene Izotov, Principal San Francisco Orchestra
OboeAbode is a small press devoted to the illustration, explanation, discussion and definition of oboe reedmaking and reedknife sharpening. Our books detail the concepts, theory, procedures, tools, supplies and machinery involved in the reedmaking process. The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Oboe Reedmaking, Volume 1, foreword by Eugene Izotov, principal oboe San Francisco Symphony, is available in 2 versions: right-hand and left-hand. Ann is the author, illustrator, and designer of the critically acclaimed books on oboe reedmaking, The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Oboe Reedmaking: A Guide To The American School Of Oboe Reedmaking, Volumes 1 and 2. She was appointed solo English horn of the New Mexico Symphony at age 19. Additionally, she is a former member of the Albuquerque Chamber Orchestra. Ann has made oboe reeds professionally for a leading American reedmaking company. She holds a BM and MM from Boston University. Ann has performed with Emmanuel Music, Boston Classical Orchestra, Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra, New Hampshire Symphony and on WGBH-FM Radio. She has made guest chamber music appearances with Boston Symphony members on the Boston University Faculty Series.
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One of the many benefits of our courses is the ability to adjust video playback speed-- either faster OR slower-- without changing the pitch of the content.
Our courses are very valuable to people who wish to fine-tune and improve their listening skills. The more detailed your evaluation of the reed via testing off the oboe, the quicker and more accurately you can make, adjust, and finish the reed.
You will no longer over- or under-scrape the reed, overthink the reed. You can work with confidence. Your success rate will approach 100%, and the reeds can last weeks and years.
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Remembering JS Bach who passed away yesterday in 1750.
Ann Rosandich,
Noel LaPorte,
Phillip Oliver,
07/25/2026
For people who follow my books, here is an opportunity to hear the reeds in action! I'll be testing and demonstrating the same reeds used in volumes one and two using the techniques taught in the books.
The manner of testing has a great impact on understanding your reed!
Go here for 3 sample sections from the course "The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Oboe Reedmaking: An Audio/Visual Companion: REEDMAKING AND TESTING MADE UNDERSTANDABLE WITH REAL WORLD EXAMPLES AND SPECTRAL DISPLAY."
To view 3 Sample Lesson Excerpts visit our website and click on the down arrows in the FIRST TWO SECTIONS to view FREE sample material from this course explaining the purpose and course content with examples.
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07/04/2026
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Having fun with my wonderful Laubin English horn made by Paul Laubin and tuned by Larry Thorstenberg! The techniques taught in our books work extremely well for English horn. Oboereedbook.com
Nearly every oboist learns and performs this piece at one point. I found my first student performance to share with my students and others who may be learning this piece for the first time.
Discovering this recording brings back fond memories of Larry Thorstenberg who coached me on this work. I still see his markings on the music! I'm also reminded of my early performances on those Laubin Oboes made by Al and Paul.
With searchable PDF, find solutions easily and rapidly! Visit https://payhip.com/b/Fq0pA for more information.
*Books sold separately.
04/28/2026
SPRING BOOK CLEARANCE SALE
We will be offering a few of our “Illustrated Encyclopedia of Oboe Reedmaking” books (oboereedbook.com) at a discount. These books are unused and have slight cosmetic blemishes.
The book shown below (volume 1 right-hand) has a few minor cover issues and was a display copy. The price with shipping to the US is $70 (save $25). Other locations please inquire
Sales are final.
Please PM us to reserve this copy, Or purchase with PayPal for $60 + shipping.
https://py.pl/2y7Yo
04/28/2026
SPRING BOOK CLEARANCE SALE
We will be offering a few of our “Illustrated Encyclopedia of Oboe Reedmaking” books (oboereedbook.com) at a discount. These books are unused and have slight cosmetic blemishes.
The first book shown below (volume 1 right-hand) has a few minor cover issues and was a display copy. The price is $60(normally $85) plus $10.00 USA shipping only. Other locations please inquire. Sales are final.
Please PM us to reserve this copy or purchase directly with PayPal https://py.pl/2y7Yo.
04/27/2026
Introducing A New Service
I am accepting a few students of all levels for coaching! With years of experience as a professional oboist, reedmaker and teacher, I help oboists identify root causes of their playing and reedmaking problems — and recommend solutions. Often the difference between success and failure is a fine point.
Performing major works with major collaborators was a great way to begin my career. At a very early age I was forced to explore and analyze playing and reedmaking techniques to develop a reliable reedmaking system. I can pass this knowledge to the next generation looking for reliable answers.
I hope you will enjoy a few excerpts from this live broadcast of Prokofiev's Romeo And Juliet, Suite No.2 from my first performance.
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