Category Archives: Oboe

Albrecht Mayer. Albrecht Mayer is one of the most famous oboists in the world, widely recognized as the principal oboist of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra. Born in Erlangen, Germany, in 1965, Mayer has made a significant impact in orchestral music, chamber music, and as a soloist. His talent, impeccable technique, and emotional approach to music […]

Heinz Holliger. Heinz Holliger is one of the most influential figures in the world of contemporary music, both as an oboist and a composer. Born in Langenthal, Switzerland, on May 21, 1939, Holliger is renowned not only for his virtuosity on the oboe but also for his remarkable contributions as a composer and conductor. Throughout […]

Oboist Leonid Surkov wins the ARD International music competition This year, oboist Leonid Surkov has been named the winner in the oboe category of the ARD International Music Competition. At EG-REEDS, we’d like to congratulate all the winners and participants for their exceptional talent and for continuously elevating the world of oboe with their hard […]

ARD International Music Competition Since its founding in 1952, the ARD International Music Competition has been a space for excellence and recognition in classical music. It is organized by the ARD public broadcasting network (Arbeitsgemeinschaft der öffentlich-rechtlichen Rundfunkanstalten der Bundesrepublik Deutschland). Held annually in Munich, the competition attracts some of the most promising musicians from […]