Hey there Reader, I thought I had an oboe lesson today, but it got cancelled. Because in Scotland, we are in storm Éowyn right now. As I am writing this, streets are deserted, and the wind is so strong that birds are being blown about in the sky. It's very loud outside, but inside, I'm having a cozy day. Tea is always necessary for cozy days This past week has been the hardest week so far at the conservatoire. I have been busy, and honestly a tad overwhelmed, with all of the projects that I...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, I had planned to practice all through Christmas break this past year. Especially with exams and auditions coming up. Then my teacher said I should take that whole week off. What...? One part of me was really nervous... there was so much to practice! But another part of me was super excited about that break. So I listened to my teacher and put my oboe away for the whole week. I did a lot of wandering and looking at pretty views Have you ever done this? Let me know how it went......
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
From a recent class (that I really enjoy) Hey there Reader, There's always that one class... that is just 'meh.' We're just not into it. I get it. I had a class at high school that I didn't like at all. But I wanted to do well, and I wanted to enjoy it. Also for other classes too. Here are the 3 things I did to go from struggling to genuinely liking that 'meh' class. Tell me, Eleanor! All my best, Eleanor Unsubscribe · Preferences
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
Hey there Reader, Whether you are starting your week, or having a chill weekend, let's catch up. The podcast is one! In the past year, we have made so many memories and have had so much fun. Here's to another year of musical joy! LET'S CELEBRATE! Want to practice together? You can practice with me in real time on Youtube. Let's focus together and keep each other accountable! LET'S PRACTICE TOGETHER [Blog post] Coming Back From A Musical Break? Here's 3 Things To Start Off Right READ MORE Let...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
Hey there Reader, Studying at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland has been such a dream. Working with so many incredible people has been amazing. Playing my oboe at the Conservatoire! But I gotta be honest with you, Reader. With an American oboe background, I have been playing the European style for about a month. (See my progress here!) And the rest of the oboes have been playing it all their lives. Seeing the other students be so incredible, the temptation to compare myself has sunk in....
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
Hey there! Thinking about joining youth orchestra? Already in it? Let's sit down and chat about what I learned from my 3 years in youth orchestra. YES PLEASE!! [New pdf guide] Ever wondered what it's like working with a top symphony player? I have put together the top 3 things I learned from working with a professional at the Pittsburgh Symphony, and created a cheeky little guide for you! GET YOUR COPY All my best, Eleanor Unsubscribe · Preferences
about 2 years ago • 1 min read