Specialist retailer of bassoons, contrabassoons and accessories
Newport UK
Joined March 2012
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We have now fully gold plated this customer's #contrabassoon metalwork, and stripped the wood! A big project - video coming soon!
Bassoonists, book now for summer servicing slots - here's why: tinyurl.com/yzr4h7td
Is it worth learning to play an instrument any more, or have advances in technology made it outmoded? tinyurl.com/mu6r4hub
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12 new historic #bassoons on display @VeriamMT! View them here: tinyurl.com/4d536t5j
#baroquebassoon #historicbassoon #baroquemusic #classicalmusic
We are very excited to be exhibiting at the @BDRSoc Double Reed Day on 23 March (held at @RWCMD) - learn more & book tickets here: bdrs.org.uk/rwcmd-march2024/
Oliver Ludlow is pleased to be organising the Waterhouse Bassoon Day on 21 April - register here: tinyurl.com/5c6tr6tp
The William Waterhouse bassoon and music collection is of international and historical importance.
Places are limited.
#baroquebassoon #baroque #bassoon
Just in, this Heckel 4xxx #bassoon of outstanding quality. Learn more here: tinyurl.com/3s2uucpc
Study finds musicians have better brain function than the average population. Read our summary here: tinyurl.com/3ytfx9xv
We're shining a spotlight on selected #bassoons, with more in-depth write ups - read our latest spotlight article on this Heckel 5xxx: tinyurl.com/29ftrzju
We make it easy, safe and hassle-free to sell your #bassoon - learn how: tinyurl.com/3xrt9v9f
We are very excited to have a stand at the @RCMLondon Double Reed Day on Sunday! Come and say hello if you're visiting! #bassoon
Calling all bassoon and oboe players — join us for Double Reed Day next Sunday, featuring masterclasses, recitals & inspiring performances.
There's also the chance to participate in chamber music sessions — please note that the deadline to join is 15 Jan: bit.ly/3RkyVZh
Heckel #bassoon re-finish: the colouring stage. Once the wood is prepared and the stripes are ready, we mix specialist dyes and apply the base colour. Here's a snapshot of the first stage of colour & finish going on. The colour will be deepened & enriched as the layers build up.
The sounding length of a #contrabassoon! We're overhauling a contrabassoon in our workshop, and thought it would be interesting lay out the joints end to end and see its full length. This is how long it would be without any bends - our tape measure wasn't long enough!
CHRISTMAS SALE - up to 10% off selected bassoons & mini #bassoons! View all sale instruments here: tinyurl.com/39uysr8p
We're currently fitting fingerhole liners on a pre-war Heckel bassoon. Over the years the shape of the fingerholes can change, affecting the tuning. Liners will restore the tuning, and protect the wood from moisture. Learn about our repairs service here: doublereed.co.uk/repairs/
A snapshot of the #bassoons we currently have available (excluding the contra, sorry!), with more on the website and more coming through the workshop. All available to try, student to professional, so contact us and we'll be happy to help. View them here: tinyurl.com/39uysr8p
