Thanks Patty for reminding me that I still have this blog! :S Haven't updated lately due to commitments everywhere.
Firstly, Happy 2008 everyone!
Oboe recital results are out, and I've passed both my Trinity diploma exam and my graduation recital by the grace of God :) Honestly, I thought that I'd fail, with all the throat problems that I was having the weeks prior to my exam. Surprised almost everyone with my results except Reuben, who's reaction was, "I'd never expected anything less."
And so, my next task will be to learn up the Mozart concerto for the American university auditions. Any recommendations for the edition of score I should use? Oh yes, and reeds too. What a bother. Teacher was saying I should do a major in oboe so I can get credit for the functional piano and guitar modules. Heh. If all goes well, it's off to Philadelphia for the semester starting in fall. :)
I'd recommend this one: link.
ReplyDeleteSo how many places are you applying to? It's a tough thing to deal with, yes? Hang in there!
-patty
Thanks Patty! Have checked that out. Applying to just two places, Kansas Uni and Temple Uni in Philadelphia.
ReplyDeleteCrossing fingers and praying that I'll get into Temple with a scholarship. So much paper work to be done!
I'd second Patty's comment. Start with the Urtext. John Mack did a lot of research about the Mozart Quartet and Concerto, and since so many American oboists have been heavily influenced by his teaching (and his teaching of the concerto), it might be a good starting reference point.
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