Oboe Scale Finder
Learn scales on your oboe for free. Plays real per-note samples. Set the tempo to 30 bpm for clarity.
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FAQ
Is oboe written in concert pitch?
Yes. Oboe is a non-transposing instrument, so written notes match concert pitch. This tool shows concert note names and plays matching samples.
Why does the scale start on the scale’s letter?
Scales start on their tonic (F major starts on F, etc.). The tool builds one or two octaves from that tonic, within a practical oboe range.
Do you pitch-shift the samples?
No. Each pill expects its own file in /sounds_oboe (e.g., Gsharp4.wav or G#4.wav). This keeps the tone realistic.
My note doesn’t play—what’s wrong?
The matching file likely isn’t present. Make sure the filename exactly matches the pill’s note (case-sensitive on some hosts).
Which filename style should I use, sharps or words?
Either works. The tool tries both symbols (G#4.wav, Db4.wav) and words (Gsharp4.wav, Dflat4.wav).
What range does the tool use?
It clamps notes to a practical concert range (roughly B♭3 to A6) so scales stay playable and useful.
Can it loop up and down?
Yes. Use Play Mode → “Asc→Desc (once)” or “Asc (loop)”.
Why do enharmonics change (G♯ vs A♭)?
The spelling adapts to the chosen key to keep notation musical. You can force sharps or flats via the “Show Note Names” control.