Performer - Author - Entrepreneur - Coach

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Hi, I’m Jennet, and I AM the Happiest Musician!

I serve oboists by offering high quality reeds, cane, tools, and supplies for sale, by running courses and programs on reedmaking, oboe skills, and artistry, and by being active as an oboist in the world.

I help musicians to thrive in their creative careers, through my podcast Crushing Classical, my book, The Happiest Musician, and one to one and group coaching. 

The world is a better place when smart, creative people are thriving and are SEEN to be thriving! Our visible success makes success possible for others.

YOUR artistry matters, and I want to see you THRIVE!

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UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Events
Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, USA.
IDRS Conference 2026
Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, USA.

Join me at the IDRS 2026 Conference and see two of my Workshops!
1. How my Community Commissioned 14 New Works This Year!
2. Sightreading Skills for the Avocational Musician

REGISTER HERE

Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, USA.
St. Mary's College
Oboe Reed Boot Camp
St. Mary's College

Oboe Reed Boot Camp is an intensive weekend experience that takes place in South Bend, IN, on the lovely campus of St Mary’s College.  We’ll make tons of reeds, and break up the days with  masterclasses, chamber music, and oboe crafts to fill your weekend with oboe education and fun.   

REGISTER HERE

St. Mary's College

Want to see (and hear) more?

I have OVER A HUNDRED reedmaking videos and TENS of performances on YouTube!

Happy watching!

What does it mean to REFINE an oboe reed? What's the difference between scraping for vibration and scraping for refinement?

Mendelssohn Oboe Concerto - arranged by Jennet Ingle

No Limits: How the Portfolio Career Expands Your Possibilities

  • “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

  • Oboe Reed Boot Camp is for anyone at any level of the journey towards making your own reeds. If you are a beginner, you will get excellent training. If you have experience you will improve. As a repeat attendee, I have learned new things each year and left as a better reed maker! We also have master classes, chamber music groups, and oboe crafts!! The best part of ORBC is spending time with a group of amazing oboists!!

    Barbara Timmerman, Oboe Reed Bootcamp

  • Oboe Reed Making Bootcamp is for oboe and English Horn reed makers of all levels, basic, to intermediate, to advanced, who want to get better and hone skills. (And what oboist doesn't want to get better and hone skills to make reeds faster and to play prettier!) This camp is perfect for those who have busy lives and need to set aside time to make reeds in an educational, supportive, and encouraging environment. I was very pleased at the diagnosis and solutions offered to my reed making challenges, and came away with several playable reeds. I definitely would attend Oboe Reed Making Bootcamp again; it was educational, fun, and a chance to spend time with like-minded musicians and well as with the kind, supportive, and knowledgeable professional musicians who taught the course. The chamber music session was an added bonus.

    Sylvia Phillips, Oboe Reed Bootcamp

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Whether you need an oboe reed subscription, reedmaking support, or my BOOK, you can find it in my shop!

Oboe Reed Boot Camp Oboe Reed Boot Camp
Oboe Reed Boot Camp
$700.00

Oboe Reed Boot Camp is an intensive weekend experience that takes place in South Bend, IN, on the lovely campus of St Mary’s College.  We’ll make tons of reeds, and break up the days with  masterclasses, chamber music, and oboe crafts to fill your weekend with oboe education and fun.   

This camp is oriented to adults. Reedmakers and oboists at all levels are WELCOME! 

2026 Dates:
August 7-9 2026, Friday 2-6 and Saturday/Sunday 10-6

The Happiest Musician Book The Happiest Musician Book
The Happiest Musician Book
$18.00

As a musician, do you feel 

  • Successful? 

  • Respected? 

  • Creatively fulfilled? 

  • Supported in your creative goals? 

  • Financially comfortable? 

  • Balanced and spacious in your life?

If you answered no to any of these questions, you need to read The Happiest Musician.

In her signature inspiring, direct, and approachable style, Jennet Ingle walks you through the path she’s followed to thrive in her own creative career and life. She shares advice and tips on navigating auditions, freelancing, soloing, starting a side business, running a teaching studio, becoming more visible, and identifying and creating your own perfect portfolio career. 

If you prefer a Kindle or Audio edition, you can find that HERE.

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When you SUBSCRIBE, your reeds will arrive reliably every month, to prevent REED EMERGENCIES. Your account or card will be automatically billed every month, and your reeds will be mailed in the first week of the month following your payment. You can cancel at any time - just email me!

Hand-made from start to finish, with the same high-quality cane I use for my own reeds. Play-tested to my exacting standards.

Strength: I strive for stability and a comfortable level of resistance in my reeds, with a relatively small tip opening so you can relax and blow instead of biting to manage the pitch.  Medium is my own preferred playing strength, and there is more resistance to it than most commercial “Mediums”.  

Staples: I find that my basic synthetic tubes are just fine, and younger students tend to prefer them because they slide easily in and out of the oboe. They are consistent and functional!  All of my reeds are professional quality - this staple just saves you some $$ if you are not fussy. 

The JIR Custom Tube is a handcrafted German silver staple with premium natural cork, with a custom bore that offers a warm sound, moderate resistance, and stable pitch up and down the instrument.

And my new BRASS JIR Custom Tube has a tiny bit more immediacy of response, and more warmth.