New Students
Medisky Oboe Studio is open to students of all levels. Membership into the studio is by audition, and interested students are invited to fill out the form below to get in touch and sign up!
Who can join
Medisky Oboe Studio?
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High school students are encouraged to take 45 minute lessons.
Recommended Book: Barret Oboe Method
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This includes students who already play oboe, or those that may be switching from another band instrument. Either 30 minute or 45 minute lessons are appropriate.
Recommended Book: Gekeler Oboe Method, Book One or Barret Oboe Method, depending on current grade & playing ability
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These are students who already have some experience playing, and are still in their first year of playing in their school band program. They should be able to read music, and have knowledge of rhythms, and oboe fingerings.
First Year Players may audition to join the studio and study with Laura, or sign up for the Student Teacher Program.
Recommended Book: Gekeler Oboe Method, Book One
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No audition necessary. For complete beginners, lessons can be short term just to get you started. Beginner students must be signed up for their school band program. We'll work on the foundations of oboe playing, from putting the oboe together to how to form an embouchure and control the breath. Beginners may also opt to sign up for the Student Teacher Program.
If students decide they want to commit to lessons and officially join the studio, they can take the First Year Player audition when they are ready!Recommended Book: Student Instrumental Course Oboe Student: Level I
Expectations of each student:
be engaged during the lesson
practice outside of lessons and band class
demonstrate commitment to practicing lesson assignments
Note: Medisky Oboe Studio is capped at 20 students. When full, prospective students will be offered a place on the waiting list.
New Student Interest Form
Use this form to connect with Laura, get more studio information (such as current lesson rates & availability), and/or to sign up for an audition.
To sign up for MOS Student Teacher Program lessons, go here.