Kristi has been my daughter‘s oboe teacher for the last seven years. Within that seven years Kristi has become like a second mother to Gabrielle helping her grow as a music student and as a young lady. Under her guidance Gabrielle grew as a talented oboist with a love for music."
"Kristi was a lifesaver to me as a mom during my son’s senior year in high school and an incredible oboe teacher for him. She took on the challenge of helping us do the seemingly impossible without blinking, and then in a short time had him ready for conservatory auditions. Henry is in his Junior year at Peabody Conservatory this year and that would never have been possible without Kristi’s knowledge, musicianship, and patient guidance during that time. She is a gifted teacher, a consistent professional, and a true expert in the field."
Oboe Lessons that Support Students Beyond the Practice Room
At high-performing high schools, students are often pressured into a heavy load of AP classes, rehearsals, and extracurriculars. While these courses may help with class ranking for schools like UGA or Georgia Tech, AP credits don’t always transfer — and the workload can create unnecessary stress and burnout.
For music students, auditions, preparation, and confidence often matter more than GPA alone. This is where private oboe lessons and reed workshops make a lasting difference:
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Performance-ready preparation for concerts, auditions, and festivals.
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Scholarship opportunities directly tied to strong reeds and confident playing.
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Practical, long-term benefits that AP courses can’t always deliver.
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As the oboe faculty at Georgia College & State University, I bring unique insight into admissions and performance preparation. GCSU is a competitive institution that evaluates students holistically, and strong recommendations and preparation can open doors that class ranking alone cannot.
My goal is to make sure oboists don’t just survive their high school workload — they thrive musically, build confidence, and position themselves for success in college and beyond.
📩 Contact me to learn more about how oboe lessons and reed workshops can support your student’s journey.