Tip for oboe #1: How to make your low notes sound in pianissimo
1. Use a vibrant reed
2. Make sure your support is set up before you start to play
3. Don’t try “overblowing” to make the note sound, if you’re playing in pianissimo use a pianissimo amount of air
4. Don’t tongue too hard
5. Make sure to really use your back muscles down at the lower part of your back to support
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