Double Reed Day

Shenandoah Conservatory invites high school oboists and bassoonists from across the region to participate in Double Reed Day, a dynamic event celebrating double reed instruments. Highlights include special guest artists, dedicated sessions for oboists and bassoonists, engaging masterclasses, and a recital featuring Shenandoah Conservatory students, faculty, and guests. Attendees can also explore offerings from vendors and enjoy fun giveaways throughout the day.

Student who register and pay by the registration deadline will receive an SU Double Reed Day keepsake shirt. Registrations will receive instructions for online payment after completing registration.

Registration information coming soon…

Guest Artist

Aaron Pergram, bassoon

As a global performer, Dr. Aaron Pergram has appeared on stage with the World Master Orchestra (Shanghai), Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, Oregon Ballet Theatre, Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (WA), Eugene Opera, Oregon Mozart Players, Oregon Festival of American Music, Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra, Natchez Opera Festival, and many other ensembles. He has been a featured performer in China at several notable venues including the Suzhou Poly Grand Theatre, Jinji Lake Concert Hall, Shanghai Symphony Hall, and Hangzhou Grand Theater among others.

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2024 Vendors

Hodge Products
Capitol Cane

Schedule

Time	Event	Location
9 a.m.	Registration & Select Vendors Open	Armstrong Hall Lobby
9:30 a.m.	Welcome & Opening Concert	Armstrong Concert Hall
10:45 a.m.	Large Ensemble Rehearsal Parent Session: How to Support Your Musical Child	Armstrong Concert Hall Armstrong Hall, Room 39
11:30 a.m.	Artist Up Close	Armstrong Hall, Room 39
12 p.m.	Lunch (provided for all registered school-aged attendees) Vendors Open	Allen Dining Hall
1 p.m.	Bassoon Session I: Special Topics with Ryan Romine Oboe Masterclass (All Oboists on Stage)	Armstrong Hall, Room 39 Armstrong Concert Hall
1:45 p.m.	Bassoon Session II: Chamber Music & Sectionals Oboe Masterclass (continued) OR Oboe Beginners Class	Armstrong Hall, Room 39 Armstrong Concert Hall
2:30 p.m.	Break & Vendor Time	Armstrong Hall Lobby
2:45 p.m.	Bassoon Masterclass (All Bassoonists on Stage) Oboe Session I: Oboe Chamber Music & Sectionals	Armstrong Concert Hall Armstrong Hall, Room 39
3:30 p.m.	Bassoon Masterclass (continued) OR Bassoon Beginners Class Oboe Session II: Special Topics with Stephen Key	Armstrong Concert Hall Armstrong Hall, Room 39
4:15 p.m.	Break & Vendor Time	Armstrong Hall Lobby
4:35 p.m.	Double Reed Day Ensemble Rehearsal	Armstrong Concert Hall
5:20 p.m.	Prize Drawing & Final Concert for Parents & Guests	Armstrong Concert Hall

Schedule subject to change.

Financial Assistance

The $30 registration fee includes lunch, a t-shirt and admission to the full day of events.

Shenandoah Conservatory believes the arts are for everyone. Like all nonprofit arts organizations and higher education institutions, we strive to maintain our stewardship of limited resources and balanced budgets while intentionally removing barriers to participation and belonging. Full and partial scholarships are available to those who require financial assistance.

See the Double Reed Day Registration Form (link coming soon) for more information about the registration fee and financial assistance.

Contact Us

Questions? Email Associate Professor of Bassoon Ryan Romine at rromine@su.edu for more information.