Answer
According to
Gordon Roble
from Swarthmore College PA: "The most obvious unifying characteristic of the salivary
glands, tongue, and diaphragm is that they are all essential
to playing the oboe". Without a wet reed, crisp articulation,
and a steady stream of air, the oboe player is left defenceless
against the horrors of dry mouth, offensive long notes, and
saggy tone...
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