Personalized Oboe Instruction for All Ages and Skill Levels
The oboe is a distinctive double reed instrument known for its lyrical and expressive sound. Often featured as a solo voice in orchestras and wind ensembles, the oboe brings warmth and clarity to both melodic and ensemble playing. Its unique timbre and versatility make it a rewarding choice for students interested in developing strong musicianship and tone control.
Why Choose Oboe?
Whether you’re excited to join a school band, orchestra, or simply enjoy making music, learning the oboe offers countless rewards.
- Explore a uniquely expressive sound that stands out in both solo and ensemble settings.
- Build strong breath support, pitch accuracy, and musical sensitivity.
- Join school bands, youth orchestras, and chamber ensembles with an in-demand instrument.
- Learn valuable reed-making and maintenance skills that support long-term musical growth.
Why Learn at Levine Music?
Levine Music offers a unique combination of expert instruction, personalized learning, and a supportive community.
- Learn from our exceptional woodwind faculty, who bring years of performance, teaching, and professional experience to every lesson.
- Enjoy a tailored learning experience designed to meet the needs of beginners, intermediate, and advanced players from kids to adults.
- Expand your musicianship through enriching opportunities in ensembles and music theory classes.
- Thrive in a supportive, inspiring environment where students are encouraged to grow artistically and personally.
Ready to get started with oboe lessons?
Complete our New Student Placement Form and take the first step in your obo journey at Levine Music.
Contact
For more information, contact the Woodwinds Department Chair, Dr. Ceylon Mitchell, at cmitchell@levinemusic.org.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Check out the events happening at Levine Music.
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Thanksgiving Break
There is no scheduled instruction for Tuesday, November 25 and Wednesday, November 26. Administrative offices are open.
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Thanksgiving Break
All Levine Campuses are closed for Thanksgiving Thursday, November 27 through Sunday, November 30.
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Levine Presents | Sound & Fury: Music at the Edge of Silence
A powerful program of 20th-century works shaped by war, exile, and resilience.
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Community Sing with Micah Hendler
Community Sings bring people of all ages and skill levels together to create beautiful music.
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Wassailing in Mt. Pleasant
Celebrate the winter season with Micah Hendler.
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Performance Week
During Performance Week private lesson students perform for a group of teachers offering written feedback.
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Lecture | The Eternal Optimism of the American Musical
Featuring performances by Joey Clark and Levine chorus members, this event showcases Broadway songs that speak to themes of unity, hope, and peace.
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Winter Break
All Levine Campuses are closed for Winter Break Monday, December 22 through Sunday, January 4.
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Gospel Sing with Roderick Giles & Micah Hendler
Join DC gospel musician Roderick Giles and Micah Hendler for a special evening learning and breathing this powerful vocal tradition.
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Lecture | Discovering Bach’s Chaconne and Other Masterworks for Solo Violin
Join violin faculty members Kimberly Galva and Yan Izquierdo with composition chair Evan Meier to discover how Bach transformed traditional dances and adapted elaborate contrapuntal writing for the solo violin.
