Improvisation on the oboe since the 1970s
Live electronic extension since the 1980s

Extended oboe practice – session / presentation


A 45–60 minute session combining performance, demonstration, and interaction 

Suitable for:

  • oboe students
  • wind departments
  • contemporary music / improvisation contexts

Students takeaway / gain: 

  • Students will gain:
    – concrete approaches to expanding tone and sound production
    – introduction to improvisation as part of instrumental practice
    – insight into long-term development of an individual instrumental language
    – awareness of subtle electronic extension without loss of acoustic focus

he session is also relevant for composition and improvisation students, with a focus on:
– instrument-specific thinking in sound development
– interaction between acoustic and electronic processes
– real-time decision-making in performance

  • Expanded approach to tone and breath
  • Introduction to extended techniques in a musical context
  • Insight into improvisation as instrumental practice
  • Understanding of subtle electronic extension using wind control

Typical format:

  • Opening performance
  • Demonstration of techniques and approaches
  • Short interactive segment with students
  • Closing performance


  • Flexible 
  • Minimal technical setup
  • Available internationally

The session can, if relevant, be combined with a short public performance.

The session can, if relevant, be combined with a short performance in a concert setting (internal or public).

 For inquiries: Contact: booking@whizprod.com  (Jan H E Wiese)