Important Information
- Student registration for Double Reed Day is $30.
- Students who register and pay by October 20 will receive an SU Double Reed Day keepsake shirt.
- After completing registration online, registrants will receive instructions for online payment.
Event Highlights
- Special guests
- Special sessions for oboists and bassoonists
- Masterclasses
- Recital featuring Shenandoah Conservatory students, faculty and special guests
- Vendors
- Giveaways
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.
2024 Vendors
- Hodge Products
- Capitol Cane
Sample Schedule of Events
| 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 for more information about the registration fee and financial assistance.
Contact Us
Questions? Email Associate Professor of Bassoon Ryan Romine at rromine@caminal-equip.com for more information.
