“Just wanted to say that I played a full rehearsal on one of my own reeds! I honestly thought at best I’d be adjusting reeds better after a couple of months at this and am so grateful that I’ve surpassed that! Truly a Zero to Reedmaker experience!”

Trisha Stack, Zero to Reedmaker

"I just wanted to take a minute and thank you for your wonderful reeds! I’ve played oboe for most of my life, but I also have a family and a full time day job. My own reeds were never that great. Now, I order your reeds, and I can spend my efforts (and practice time!) on the nuances of the music instead of just concentrating on making the notes speak! The conductor of my community orchestra recently told me that my sound production was at a professional level and complimented my musicality on a difficult piece. Thank you for helping me play my best!"

Kris Krapp, reed customer

"Thank you once more for all of your valuable insight. Your class was a thrill to participate in and I have a much better vision for the future of my reed company now thanks to you and your fabulous approach. I hope we continue to cross paths in the future!"

River Sprinkle, Build Your Reed Business Workshop

"It’s kind of like I’ve been handed a rosetta stone of reedmaking. In the past, I certainly arrived at similar reeds with similar qualities. But it does TAKE longer to get there. And the results vary. As I get “good” at the curl, it’ll definitely reduce time and frustration."

Cheryl Foster-Herzberg, Zero to Reedmaker

"I truly appreciated the time Jennet took to work with me. She listened to my thoughts and feelings, asked careful questions, and was able to help me put together a thoughtful and thorough plan of action to push my career in a more inspired and fruitful direction. She draws on years of experience as an entrepreneur and small business owner, and is able to synthesize her own experiences into valuable lessons and suggestions. I would highly recommend taking 20 minutes to let this hard-working and compassionate person into your life!"

Brian Shaw

"As a composer, writing in collaboration with oboists from Jennet’s FLOW class was one of the highlights of our composition course with Joseph Sowa. First, it was a lot of fun! But beyond that, there’s something particularly gratifying for the composer about interactions with the performer. There is not only the interpersonal connection, but also insights that aren’t easy to come by any other way."

Jessica Margolin, Composer

"Jennet, you are brilliant, extraordinary, kind, compassionate, considerate. The thought and care you’ve put into this program is fantastic and tremendously appreciated. I mastered double tonguing 40 years ago, and despite occasional re-visiting and practice, have remained mystified at the sluggishness of my single tonguing. In just a few sentences and suggestions, you made it possible for me, with very minimal practice, to understand the issues and to almost instantly, radically increase the speed of my single tonguing. Mystery dispelled. I’m awed, inspired, and grateful."

Brenda Schuman-Post, Uncomplicate Your Articulation

"I really enjoyed the class and finally have the confidence to make and play my own reeds. I made the commitment to play on my own reeds this summer during the class and have stuck to that pledge. They are not all wonderful reeds but I've been successful with enough of them to practice, play and perform happily! I've also got a reed rack with many reeds in various stages of completion. This is a skill that I'm definitely still honing, but have gained so much knowledge and technique from the classes. Thank you! I'm spreading the word about the value of your courses and what an exceptional educator you are!"

Nancy Peppercorn, Zero to Reedmaker

"Don't you dare miss this wonderful opportunity to build your oboe and reed skills, interact with like-minded students, get wonderful, helpful positive feedback, and get to surf on the energy of a wonderful group of learners! This course helped me get my groove back and helped me decide that maybe it's not time for me to hang it all up, that I need to play the oboe for myself and to continue learning new ways of doing old things and to reconsider how I may have gotten in my own way in my learning. It was so refreshing to experience improvements in my playing and reedmaking and to get encouraging feedback. You must not miss doing this! I had so much fun, was challenged, had tons to think about, and found real joy in playing. And, I gained so much confidence. The class is an investment in myself and worth the cost and effort. Do it!"

Julie Combs, The Invincible Oboist

"Participating in FLOW helped me become a much better oboist. Jennet is a very knowledgeable, patient teacher whose love of the oboe is contagious. You won’t regret it!"

Sally Timm, FLOW

"The Invincible Oboist will change how you feel about being an oboist."

Susan Kundert, Invincible Oboist

"The Invincible Oboist is a wonderful and immersive experience for people at all levels of oboe playing. Regardless of the level you’re at, everyone has something to gain and something to contribute in the group. It is wonderfully collaborative and collegial. Jennet is so willing to meet you wherever you are and work on the things that you’re having trouble with and help you become and better and more confident oboist."

Ted Harrison, Invincible Oboist

"Being part of a community of oboists, with a teacher who learns about each of us and adjusts to our learning styles created an atmosphere of belonging. I went from shyly playing a short piece in front of others to looking forward to performing in a recital. That kind of confidence and progress was a natural result of this wonderful course. I now feel invincible and my music flows! I highly recommend it no matter your level of experience."

Donna Peterson, FLOW

"I highly recommend Oboe Reed Boot Camp for anyone who wants to improve their reed making. You have the chance to practice and experiment. Spending an entire weekend laser-focused on improving my reeds has been extremely helpful to me. Jennet is enthusiastic and patient. She will help you become a better reed maker. EXTROBOE is great for anyone who wants to improve their playing and to find joy in learning with other oboists."

Barbara Timmerman, Oboe Reed Boot Camp

“That was a wonderful reedmaking workshop!!! What I most liked about it was EVERYTHING but here are some special high points for me: I felt MET exactly exactly exactly at my level. The teachers were highly skilled, articulate, patient and generous with their expertise. Every moment was well used in service of the goals of the workshop. There were no distractions or lulls. The ribbons made so much sense and added a sense of achievement and fun along the way. The teachers expressed concepts and techniques slightly differently but coming from the same "9-page" so there were several ways to understand the concepts (note: petting the kitty vs ant boogers) The written materials were clear and well-formatted with words and figures. The teachers were so compatible and committed to the subject of oboe and oboe reedmaking. “

Judy Kleppel, Adult Reedmaking Workshop

"If you’re a private music teacher looking for a coach to help you with teaching ideas and how to improve your online teaching Jennet is your girl! She is quite experienced and knowledgeable with an easy way of communicating. Her ability to zoom in on your challenges and offer advice/tips is most valuable. I highly recommend her services and feel lucky to have found her on a Muzie podcast about online group teaching."

Lynne Kruger, Piano Teacher/Vocal Coach

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