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08/31/2026

Continuing our new studio member welcomes, say hello to our incoming oboist, Parker Barnett!

Why he loves the oboe: Because of its unique sound and its emotion and character that can change an entire ensemble.

Major: Music Education

Favorite part of UT San Antonio: “SOSA (Spirit of San Antonio) Front Ensemble because of how cool and talented everybody is. It’s a huge step up from high school marching band.”

Random fun fact: “I’m a huge soccer fan and I’ve supported spurs since I can remember.”

Other info: “I’m so excited to keep my music journey going here at UT San Antonio and can’t wait to see where music takes me!”

Welcome, Parker! We can’t wait to watch your music journey here at UT San Antonio!

08/27/2026

Attention San Antonio area bassoonists! Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 4 because are back with another All-State Day for ATSSB bassoonists, and both bassoon AND contrabassoon for TMEA!

There will be individualized sessions on your etudes with Dr. Wildey, and we have two special guest sessions! Prof. Katherine Martz of Outer Loop Bassoon will be giving guided sessions on reed adjustments to help you get your misbehaving reeds in line (and have reeds and reed cases for sale!), and Prof. Sabrina Stovall of Adelante Winds will give a session on performance anxiety so you can feel your best on your big audition day.

New this year: YOU get to join us on a fun bassoon piece for our recital at the end of the day!

This event is $20 + fees per person, but full and half scholarships are available, as well as our new Siri Louise Bassoon All-State Day Memorial Scholarship.

Scan the QR code or click the link in our bio, and reach out to Dr. Wildey with any questions. We can’t wait to spent October 4 with you, upping your bassoon game!!

08/24/2026

As we start a new year, we are so excited to welcome our new double reed students for Fall 2026! First up, welcome one of our new freshmen, bassoonist Walter Jordan!

A few things about Walter:

Why he loves the bassoon: “It has such a calming and rich sound. It always has such a unique part to play in an ensemble, and I enjoy the technical skill that's goes into playing my instrument. Also, I kind of love playing an instrument where people look at me funny when I tell them the name!”

Major: “I am going to double major in BA of Music and a BA of Community Arts.”

Favorite Part of UT San Antonio: “How fun and welcoming the student body and community is! There are so many awesome people and organizations that share so many of my interests, especially Project Sunshine where I will be serving as the Secretary! (Go Project Sunshine!”

Random Fun Fact: “I am a huge movie buff and love going to the movie theaters! I love big drama, but a good comedy is always great! I'm also a huge fan of Broadway and love the opportunity to see a show when I'm in NYC!”

Welcome, Jordan! We are so excited to have you as part of our studio!

08/08/2026

Bassoonists and contrabassoonists! All TMEA and ATSSB All-State performance AND teaching videos are available through Dr. Wildey’s YouTube! If you need a little help understanding how to work through the technique or just need to hear the etudes a few times to know how they should to, we’ve got you covered. Click the YouTube link in the bio, and best of luck preparing your etudes!

08/05/2026

They’re finally here! Performance videos for the 2026-2027 TMEA All-State etudes for bassoon are available on Dr. Wildey’s YouTube channel, which you can access by clicking the link in our bio.

If you are looking for teaching videos - hang tight! Those will be coming in the next few days.

07/14/2026

Attention high schoolers! Dr. Wildey has All-State videos for ATSSB bassoon and TMEA contrabassoon on her YouTube, both teaching and performing, to help you get a jump start on your etudes! Click the link in our bio to start prepping to play your best.

TMEA bassoon besties - we didn’t forget you! Your etudes will be coming early August.

07/11/2026

We did the thing!!!

Today we presented Extant Flight by at the Conference in Oxford, Ohio!! The importance and meaning behind a flexible instrumentation double reed quartet got our audience really excited and showed that while flextet writing is a challenge, it has so many benefits, not just with simply performing music but from a pedagogical perspective as well.

Thank you again, SO MUCH, to all of our generous donors who helped us get to Ohio for this once in a lifetime experience - we appreciate you more than words can say. 🫶🏼

And if you’re interested in this flextet and all its possibilities, you can head to Martin’s socials and still be part of the consortium with exclusivity rights through mid 2027!

07/10/2026

Our last rehearsal before our WORLD PREMIERE of Extant Flight by here at at

Come hear us at 10:10am tomorrow, Saturday 7/11 in CPA 101!

07/09/2026

We’re at and overwhelmed in the best way possible by the incredible performances, masterclasses, our own rehearsals, and seeing all the amazing things the vendors have to share.

This amazing opportunity for the double reed students at wouldn’t have been possible without our amazing donors who helped us raise 3k!!! One of those generous donors is Ariel Detwiler of who is here selling high quality bassoon cane, reeds, and other bassoon products.

Thank you so much, Ariel, for helping us reach our fundraising goal and helping our double reed students have a once in a lifetime opportunity to attend and perform at an International Double Reed Society Conference!

Address

Department Of Music, University Of Texas At San Antonio, 1 UTSA Circle
San Antonio, TX
78249

Website

http://music.utsa.edu/, https://colfa.utsa.edu/music/prospective-students/audition-process.html/, https://onestop.utsa.e

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