The oboe is one of classical music’s quirkiest instruments. And an oboe trio? — Now, that’s even quirkier. “People always thought we were a little crazy, but having fun has always been our main goal,” ...

Part of How To Classical. Why does the oboe tune the orchestra? Why does the orchestra sit the way it does? What does rosin actually do to a violin bow? If you find the traditions of the classical ...

In this episode, River Oaks Chamber Orchestra's Artistic Director, founder, and principal oboist, Alecia Lawyer takes Dacia inside the mind of an oboe player. In this strange world, people grow their ...

After four years of discipline and dedication, University of Arizona senior Maya Griswold is on her way to completing her undergraduate in music and is looking towards the future. Following her final ...

Antonio Pasculli took melodies from La Favorita—a romantic Italian opera—and turned them into a jaw-dropping concerto for oboe and orchestra. It’s fast, flashy, and full of drama. Hear it tonight on ...

Costa Records was set up by the Berlin-based oboist Nigel Shore to release chamber music and Brazilian jazz. Its first chamber disc features Shore as part of the group he founded 30 years ago with ...

Time seems kind of squishy lately, with appointments for work, socializing and entertainment pretty much all wiped away due to the coronavirus. Musicians know how to keep time though, at least while ...

The 2017 instrument of the year is the oboe. Most people think of it as a classical instrument - but it's also brightened up a lot of pop songs. We present the ten best tracks that feature an oboe.

Producer Todd is “out of town on vacation” this week, so we are bringing this oldie-but-goodie out of the vault. Hope you enjoy it! If you do, check out Classical 91.7’s River Oaks Chamber Orchestra ...