Competition Solos, Book 2 Flute/Oboe: Flute or Oboe Book

The collection spans elegance (Viennese Sonatina's classicism), character (The King's Jester's playfulness), and lyricism (Barcarolle's flowing texture). Each piece offers a distinct mood, so students experience range without overwhelming technical demands.

Young flutists and oboists preparing for state-level competitions who need reliable, approved repertoire at an intermediate level. This book serves students aiming to build confidence in solo performance while working toward the demands of higher-level competition rounds.

• Download the audio files provided with your book and listen to each solo in full before starting rehearsal. Hearing the complete piece helps you spot the character shifts early.
• Confirm that your selected solo is on your state's current approved list. Competition requirements change, so verify directly with your director or state music association before locking in your choice.
• Use the accompaniment book with your pianist, and check whether your state allows the provided accompaniments or requires specific published versions. Some competitions have strict rules about accompaniment sources.

Pull solos from this book in the fall and winter for competition season preparation. The nine selections give students choice, which means you can pair faster or slower learners with material that matches their trajectory. Some solos also work as recital pieces outside the competition calendar.

• Sustaining lyrical lines across long phrases
• Articulation styles appropriate to different character pieces
• Phrasing and expression in classical forms (sonatina, barcarolle)
• Rhythmic precision in shorter, character-based pieces
• Collaboration with piano accompaniment