Double Reed Festival

Celebrate all things oboe & bassoon with the British Double Reed Society and RCS Woodwind.

This exciting event will feature a stellar lineup of world-class tutors and performers from the RCS, offering a day packed with inspiring sessions, performances, and opportunities to dive into the world of double reed instruments.

We’re delighted to welcome the following distinguished artists:

– Hélène Devilleneuve (sponsored by Buffet)
– The Genovia Bassoon Quartet

In addition to the lunchtime concert, the day will include performance classes, tutored ensemble opportunities, and the chance to join a mass play-together to round off the event. As always, you’ll also find a wide selection of instruments and accessories from various traders to explore.

What more could you want from a fabulous day celebrating all things double reed?

Activities to include:

• Oboe and bassoon ensembles
• Performance classes
• Studio classes (for grades 1-5, working on short excerpts with the tutor)
• Oboe Ensemble Rehearsal
• Bassoon Ensemble Rehearsal
• Bassoon reed-making demonstration
• Oboe reed-making demonstration
• Try a Contra Bassoon
• Try a Cor Anglais
• Instrument maintenance and basic repair advice
• Instruments, Reeds, Sheet Music and Accessories on sale

Limited number of Early-bird tickets still available.