“Andy Parker is a musicians’ musician. Every note he plays has meaning. He plays with direction, sensitivity, and always with an amazing ever-changing and nuanced sound. He is at once a star and a great collaborator. I feel so fortunate to have shared the stage with him for so many memorable performances and look forward to many more to come.”
— Mark Russell Smith, Music Director and Conductor at Quad City Symphony Orchestra
“Every summer, I have the joy of collaborating with Andy on the faculty of the International Festival Institute at Round Top. Andy’s spirit brings a bright light to the entire community there; all the faculty and students (not just the oboes!) are lifted up by his energy, enthusiasm, and love for music. He never ceases to amaze me with his incredible musicianship and his genuine care for his students and colleagues.”
— Jason Shafer, Principal Clarinet, Colorado Symphony; Faculty, University of Northern Colorado
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“Working with Andrew Parker was a joy...his tone is exquisite and his technique flawless. Hearing him perform my Oboe Concerto was like experiencing the piece anew.”
— Jennifer Higdon, American Composer
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“Andrew Parker is one of the most remarkable musicians and teachers I have ever encountered. His oboe and English Horn playing are stunningly beautiful, and his ability to interpret and teach music’s communicative meanings in a positive and inspiring manner makes him one of the leading pedagogues of our time. He is without question one of the most thrilling musicians I have ever encountered.”
— Jerry Junkin, Dallas Winds and UT Austin Director of Bands
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Don’t worry about sounding professional. Sound like you. There are over 1.5 billion websites out there, but your story is what’s going to separate this one from the rest. If you read the words back and don’t hear your own voice in your head, that’s a good sign you still have more work to do.
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“Andy is a gifted oboist with a beautiful tone, distinctive charm, and talent. He brings rich and expansive knowledge and intellect to his music-making while displaying freshness, creativity, and innate joy to his performances. His generosity and artistic nature are an inspiration to all of us who are fortunate to know him.”
— Benjamin Coelho, Professor of Bassoon at the University of Iowa and Principal Bassoon at Quad City Symphony Orchestra
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Don’t worry about sounding professional. Sound like you. There are over 1.5 billion websites out there, but your story is what’s going to separate this one from the rest. If you read the words back and don’t hear your own voice in your head, that’s a good sign you still have more work to do.
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“A singing style and exquisite tone are immediately apparent in every musical line that Andy draws from the oboe. I can hardly imagine a colleague with a more generous nature and good-humored spirit, both as a musician and a person. I consider myself very fortunate to have the opportunity to know him and perform with him over the years.”
— James Shields, Principal Clarinet, Oregon Symphony Orchestra and founding member of Chatter ABQ
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Don’t worry about sounding professional. Sound like you. There are over 1.5 billion websites out there, but your story is what’s going to separate this one from the rest. If you read the words back and don’t hear your own voice in your head, that’s a good sign you still have more work to do.
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