Should i switch to oboe?

Question

I am a 1st chair percussionist in my concert band. But i have found to love the sound of the oboe, is there any chance that I could be able to pick up the oboe and still keep my high ranking in band?

Answer 1

If you're a first chair percussionist - stay there. In fact, if you're not in marching band - get involved in it. That's a great way to get a scholarship. If you are in marching band, you'd go from being one of the stars to holding the cymbals. Not cool.

As for changing to oboe, that's like changing your college major from art to business. Too radical, and it's probably too late anyway. Look at it this way - why buy the cow when you can get the milk for free? You can enjoy the sound as much as you like. Buy lots of Mozart, or date a girl that plays oboe; but stick with what you're good at. Just my advice! Best of luck!

Answer 2

It depends - Oboe isn't the easiest instrument to play well but you should keep the high chair placement since bands usually don't have a lot of oboe players

Answer 3

There are some folks that can just about pick up anything and do well. Im the other breed of cats. Im still learning and working on my chops on keys. Once I get that mastered, which could be another 20 years, then I ll try to learn some other instrument.

The answer in your case is....you wont know 'til you try. Best of luck.

Answer 4

maybe, depends on how well you pick up instruments. I also want to play oboe, and i play 1st chair flute. If i were you, i'd practice it and if your good go to your band diretor and see what can be done.

Answer 5

Any double-reed instrument is considered by most to be very difficult to play. Be expected to put in long hours (meaning years of hard work) to become a solid player. Let your passion drive you and understand that it's all in the journey.

Answer 6

do wat u want