Shalita Mesquite Pro Oboe Reed
$24.95
Handcrafted professional oboe reed by Joseph Shalita, Principal Oboist of the State of Mexico Symphony Orchestra. American long-scrape tradition. Warm, earthy tone with medium resistance and reliable response. Ideal for professional players seeking a rich, centered sound. Reeds are guaranteed against leaking and cracking due to defective cane only.
The Shalita Mesquite Pro is a handcrafted professional oboe reed with a warm, earthy tone and reliable response across the full range. Made by Joseph Shalita, Principal Oboist of the State of Mexico Symphony Orchestra since 2004, in the direct tradition of Marcel Tabuteau and the Philadelphia oboe school.
Playing Characteristics Resistance: Medium. Opening: Medium. Warm, centered tone with consistent intonation and reliable response. Sits comfortably in an ensemble without pushing or pulling against other instruments. A versatile professional reed for a wide range of repertoire.
Who It's For Professional oboists and advanced students who want a warm, blending tone. Players performing chamber music, orchestral work, or ensemble repertoire where a centered, balanced sound is the priority.
Who It's Not For Beginning and intermediate players. If you're still developing embouchure control start with the Mimosa Student or Red Label Intermediate and work up.
The Maker Every Mesquite Pro is handmade by Joseph Shalita — 35+ years as a professional orchestral oboist, graduate of the Peabody Conservatory and Mannes College of Music, trained by Joseph Turner (Principal Oboe, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra) and John Ferrillo (Principal Oboe, Boston Symphony Orchestra). Not a factory reed. Hand-scraped to specification.
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–size of tip opening: small to medium
–crow: contained
–resistance: somewhat stiff
–keeps up pitch well
These reeds are only guaranteed against leaking and cracking due to defective cane.