A *PRODUCTIVE* week in my life at juilliard

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[@averywiese6164]

Dang. The amounts of dedication, effort, perseverance, and sheer talent are remarkable. It’s awesome to see your daily routine and all that you do and put into your studies. Really inspiring!

[@sprubin]

awww thank you so much

[@shoko_shoko]

⁠@@sprubinYOURE THE REASON IM PLAYING OBOE NEXT YEAR!! ❤

[@raquiolinha2507]

​@@shoko_shokoGood luck!!!!

[@DaVinci740]

The reed making part was super interesting, I love all the speciality brass tools and how you do it so effortlessly

[@bluejay9638]

This was exactly what I needed. I just got rejected from the pre college and broke my 6 month practicing streak since Wednesday in self pity, but truly just seeing you living your best life in my dream made me pick up my flute again. I'm going to work hard and see you there next year 😁

[@chelsearobert-zs5iv]

You got this!

[@karinasaucedo3377]

Heck yes!! We are rooting for you! 🥳 Everyday is a new day 😌

[@sprubin]

you got this!!

[@DaVinci740]

Let us know next year! You got this!

[@JillianDKelly]

I NEEEED an in depth Reed making video. I always love to see how other oboists make their reeds. I would also love to see if there’s anything you’re doing that I could add to my process

[@Nobody.thatyouknow]

What is a reed & also an obist

[@aleebrokenback5909]

@@Nobody.thatyouknow reed is the wood at the top that causes vibrations for sound and an oboist is someone who plays the oboe

[@wafflezzz08]

spencer i’ve always wanted to ask you a question!! im an oboist too, and its my dream to go to juilliard one day (im currently a junior in hs)! i was wondering if you have made, or maybe if you could make, a video with “tips to get into juilliard” or smth. i just admire you so much and hope to follow in your footsteps!! ❤❤

[@bluejay9638]

Competitions look really good. You need to do more than be good at your auditions, your resume has to show that you're ready as well. Also set up a private lesson with one of the teachers of your instrument. Let them get to know you, it increases your chances by a lot.

[@kai_ller]

as a clarinetist, i can’t IMAGINE putting this much effort into my reeds.

[@aleebrokenback5909]

some pro's put a somewhat similar effort if you start from blanks or whole ass cane. I've tried it before and its probably like half to 3/4 of this process.

[@Treymakesmusic723]

Frrr lol

[@radon_8686]

Yeah fr, i just kinda go out, get a box of reeds my thickness, and just go through the box to find the best ones to use.

[@Finn-rc4ty]

Oboe reed making asmr is HEAVEN!✨✨✨

[@sprubin]

yayyyy! i'm glad you like it!

[@KuroKisakiCovers]

It is so interesting for me. I am a total newbie for oboe stuff. I play piano. Is it normal that Spencer makes his reed himself? ♥

[@ingridstjerneskudd]

@@KuroKisakiCoversyeah! most oboists make reeds themselves, because buying them is very expensive:)

[@purpleflame5562]

Spencer is so preppy and u cant say otherwise

[@EllaAriaDupont]

reall

[@sprubin]

HAHHAHA

[@Urlocalbagoftakis._.]

SLAY 😍

[@love-fe4dd]

woah, being in classical music, music student, is whole nother life, ITSUCH A COOL PERSPECTIVE

[@isaiahbaggett5014]

I had NO IDEA how many tools and items wend into making reeds (choralist here). That was amazing to watch.

[@ickybickyhello]

i never knew you had to prepare reeds like that, it reminds me of ballerinas customising their pointe shoes if that makes sense

[@sprubin]

totally!

[@ThatMuzicGuy27]

I LOVE THE FUN YALL SHOW ON UR CHANNEL

[@ThatMuzicGuy27]

Idk if you ever see my comments but I really love how your channel shows to me how amazing it'll be in college because my goal is to get a full ride scholarship at Juliard

[@user-qb5fg7gm3x]

i love the vlogs sm bc these videos are actually my therapy

[@sprubin]

awwww

[@Astra_elle]

Cho cho cho goes the train to juilliard.

[@nasirferguson4098]

Omg Chopin reference fr

[@tiki2610]

No way, bro can balance all those classes at once that’s crazy. I hope I’m able to be somewhat like you someday.🔥

[@EmmanuelleHellene]

I admire you so much as im a musician too. You are an inspiration for me!!!🎶

[@beastedjane]

Thanks for sharing, Spencer!!! :) It was so interesting and motivating for me to see Julliard studetns working so hard! And also your life in NYC!

[@sprubin]

omg thank you! excited to show more!

[@coconutcrossing]

As a young musician, your videos are always so fun and inspiring to watch! I love seeing your insight into life at Juilliard and these videos are so inspiring for me and remind me how much I love music. They also always make me laugh :)

[@Roblox_Frrr]

Hi i was wathing you at snapchat and im new and love you and that violin girl (I LOVE HOW YOU INSPIRE ME AND MANY OTHER TO PLAY TYE OBOE)

[@charlotte1534]

12:17 not Spencer going to get coffee, WITH COFFEE IN HIS HAND

[@Jemima889]

This Building closes at Midnight?? My School never closes excpet in holidays if we dont have rehearsal

[@chelsearobert-zs5iv]

I may not play the oboe, but you inspire me so much. I play the violin, and I certainly don't plan to play professionally, but I still want to be the best I can be. The fact that you still show up to practice at 10 PM is amazing. I would have just given up at that point, but I'm trying to be better so thanks. Love your videos btw!

[@silhouettes887]

The Clarinet player was like: -Whatcha y’all doing

[@DynaMight6615]

I love the social circle you have. They are so supportive and fun! Keep it up, Spencer!

[@LLovelyN]

This looks so much fun, I want to go to this school (maybe) I’m currently doing the violin and I love this, also a little bit of researc I’ve done, I love that there’s also acting dancing and ofc musician, That’s all of the things I dreamed doing, this might be my dream school to go but again I’m not sure.

[@karinasaucedo3377]

You are truly inspiring. I love your work ethic, it motivates me as I’m sure many who are watching also feel! Thank you for spending the time to share so much with us and being so great at it too 🎥 Wishing you the best and don’t forget to make sure you’re taking care of you and your health 😊 Can’t wait until your next video! 🥳

[@sprubin]

this is so sweet thank you

[@quaggyhyein]

Hi Spencer! I’m an oboist too, and your videos are always the best!! Y’all are super funny! thank you for your videos 🫶🏻

[@sprubin]

omg hi oboe friend! thank youu

[@OmarSharrab]

pin me now

[@absaelmaldonado297]

You should collab with TwoSet

[@chaotic_violist]

that's literally my dream collab rn lol

[@lucasrose2570]

First! how yall today.

[@freybear_22]

i smiled when i saw that u posted!!! i’ve been waiting for a spencer video for so longggggg💛💛

[@sprubin]

awwww lots more to come :)

[@freybear_22]

@@sprubintyyy for replying and yayyyyyyy i love spencer’s videosss😁✨🤭💛💛

[@Bunny_1010]

You inspired me to do the oboeeeee🎉🎉 and now I’m an oboist at my school and I’m LOVING IT

[@Pixelaiz]

W handwriting! 5/5 😂❤

[@Sanssler]

I can't wait to fully watch this vlog, love seeing the Behind the scenes of more oboe things I could be doing in the future o7

[@cashan175]

애 쥴리아드 석사 다니나? 한국인 보니까 예고 19학번 서울대나온 학생같은데 ~ 대문보니 쥴리아드맞군

[@deceptiveduck5613]

You seem like a fun person to be around! - love from a fellow oboist at Harvard

[@Name-el2sd]

OMG YES NEVER BEEN THIS EARLY

[@OmarSharrab]

i was here before

[@sprubin]

periodd

[@IsabelTurner3.14]

I noticed you're left handed - I am too. I wondered if you feel that it helps or hinders you with oboe.

[@celli_ec._.]

Seeing Spencer play oboe inspired me to try it. Unfortunately, I did not have enough time, but I still admire his work!

[@kofiennin2339]

I love your content keep doing what you do best✨💅slay💅✨

[@KristianYeager]

As a kid, I dreamed of attending Juilliard! Thank you for really putting into perspective just how much goes into each day and the amount of practice/dedication you have to give in order to create a meaningful experience there. Also, thanks for allowing me to realize that it wouldn’t have been right for me 😂

[@Heathmcree]

What is the best beginner oboe for a student ❤

[@NateBrinley]

This is great! I’m trying to get into Juilliard on oboe in a few years, any tips or specific things to practice til then?

[@kiwifruitll]

omg jamie ❤❤❤

[@sprubin]

naeeee

[@Sebway72]

Oh my gosh you sound amazing! My dream college is Julliard!

[@DrQuizzler]

Whenever I see violinists playing really well, I get a low-key urge to run out and buy a violin and start playing, then I think about the whole 10,000 hours and the urge goes away. It was fun watching your friends make fun of your crow. I think to be well-rounded, music students should also study a craft like pottery. Reed making should exempt most oboists from this requirement. From the little I heard here, your reeds seem to work really well throughout the range, so you're clearly doing something right. What's the backstory of your fellow oboist who also seems to be an accomplished pianist? You guys work pretty long, varied hours!!

[@HightowerLSSD]

I love the music artists like yourself make, and now appreciate it more knowing all the hard work and training that is involved, because most of us only see the end result at a concert.

[@hogardelasrosasyflores]

The oboes takes more time making reeds than time practice. 😭

[@jamesmc3410]

You are such an inspiration to me! I am a clarinet player and watching your videos are super entertaining lol but also pushes me to work hard❤️much love to yaaaa

[@chromiumthesilly]

can we get a full length reed making asmr?

[@lucibemol8586]

You inspire me so much!!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@CooperHowell-uk2zp]

you are so talented 🎉🎉🎉🎉😊

[@DonTron-c1m]

Y'know, since i'm pretty good at the clarinet and I have a passion for it, I was thinking about trying to go to Juilliard. buuuut... I'm a very slow learner for new pieces. It takes me a long time to master a piece. I need advice🙏🙏🙏🙏😭😭

[@cekirkland1]

Third

[@oloniyosamuelolaitan8845]

I'll be resuming at Juilliard in the coming Fall semester. It'll be nice to see you in person. I love your vlog ❤🎉

[@Jvke0]

What is your warm up like... i play the oboe as well and i can never figure it out😭😭😭

[@reaganelise13]

okay but like i need to read that essay on why ariana grande would slay at the oboe bc why is it true

[@sprubin]

LOLL

[@-Iiv-]

DUDE DO YOY WANNA SAY HI TO MY GRANDMA? IM STAYING WITH HER THIS WEEKEND LOL I ALSO PKAY THE FLUTE 🤭

[@Becca-jt3ul]

I have a question for Spencer Are you okay?😂

[@LilaWills27]

Quick question: How long does it take to make a reed?

[@BossAwesomeSauce]

depends on your skill, but usually for the best result its a multi day process. for what it’s worth, i usually spend around 1:30-2 ish hours per day

[@antoine5487]

i’m going to music conservatoire this september so i’m watching your vids to see what it’s like :)

[@BossAwesomeSauce]

elaine douvas recently retired, right? is she still going to be teaching at Juilliard?

[@joaoferreira3506]

the double bassist ROCKS

[@ImmortalXTT]

I was at lincoln center last year for my middle school performance trip and its beautiful 😀

[@Catwithmask]

The premise of why Ariana grande would be good at oboe is peak 🤌

[@jakewatson668]

Whats the chamber piece? It's a very unusual combination😊

[@SylvieJaggard]

HELLO OMG THIS IS SO EARLY IM SO EXCITED

[@sprubin]

YAYYYY

[@SylvieJaggard]

HELLOOO THIS IS SO EARLY IM SO EXCITED

[@sprubin]

YESSSS

[@kataris3563]

Hi your life is literally my heaven I want to be in music school so bad

[@Name-el2sd]

This is so intense I would never survive I need my sleep and down time lol

[@TacoBellaDoggo2]

reed making is so satisfying i wish i could see my friend making some but she just buys them

[@lydiawrubel3515]

We love to hear the T&G exercises! Lol

[@ThatOneNoobRobloxXD]

Ur so inspiring bro I’m learning the oboe as well w man❤

[@Papermariofan257]

Has anyone else just chewed on a retired oboe reed all day like a cigarette or smth?

[@Willybtheg2]

Thanks for being my inspiration ❤

[@Vetrix_6136]

Best oboist ever guys

[@WritingNae]

18:46 Oh my oboe that was SMOOTH

[@bdr0333]

제이미 신다미닮았어요 눈웃음이 기분 좋게 만들어주네용

[@emilianoramirez6514]

Ever since I saw u with the oboe, you e inspired me to play Oboe, and I'm making so much progress thanks to you. THANK YOU FOR INTRODUCING ME TO THE OBOE UR THE BESTTTTT😢😢😢

[@Brandonek_ENTP]

Im literally packing for an intensive composition/piano solo course at scgsah and seeing this just makes me so much more excited to go. I am also hoping to go to a college like juilliard. Just gotta finish my packing!!! But honestly his vids are more important lmao!

[@eunicepark1456]

yas

[@sprubin]

hi eunice

[@wafflezzz08]

OMG I’VE NEVER BEEN THIS EARLY ❤❤

[@mrthepersonify]

Obsessed!

[@alanfernandezdavila6906]

Aplausos desde México 🎉❤🤯

[@markaprill6501]

Wow..that looks like fun.

[@haruharu4344]

Spencer and jamie is fun❤

[@custommusic2433]

So you have to make your own reeds? I never realized that, wow, that’s intense. Like ok guitar player, make strings now! Great video ❤

[@zinkmystic88]

rare jj silvey sighting

[@CooperHowell-uk2zp]

Spencer can you plz do a video on “Learn Flight of the Bumblebee with me (practice with me vlog)”

[@MariaFalca-y4w]

My dream is to become a professional trumpet player and you re videos and vibe help me and inspire me a lot! Thank you! One question, can you please tell me the model or the link of the backpack when you enter the rehearsal hahah? Not the oboe one, the other one hhahah! thank you so much, a lot of love from Portugal eheh❤

[@CooperHowell-uk2zp]

Spencer can you plz do a video on “Learn Flight of the Bumblebee with me (practice with me vlog)”

[@foxtrotml4540]

How long does a reed last?

[@bellalucia387]

I love these videos! You are so amazing, it is my dream to go to Julliard oneday and you inspire me so much. Could you please do some kind of Q&A about Julliard, a tour and more of these kinds of videos! Thankyou :))

[@maddiemaccheese8170]

This is so cool! Low key love living vicariously through super talented musicians to pretend like I didn't give up music half a decade ago 🤭

[@soodal15]

I haven’t known you also have a youtube channel. I’ve been seeing you on Jamie’s channel since summer music camp with her!

[@ooojur8994]

I’m applying to conservatories this fall and this life looks so awesome!!

[@jesseshorts]

New vid!!

[@sprubin]

yay!!!

[@neonblue3187]

oh!! korean popluar star you jun lee obaeist?? very funny..

[@김민경-e2n4k]

Pls introduce ur lead making tools such as threads, machinery things 😮

[@zbolognese]

Hi, can I ask, how did you start making reeds?🙏🎶

[@Jvke0]

Yes I wanna start as well. All my stink and I wanna be confident with my reeds

[@blueberrypi1681]

Really the best way to do it is just taking lessons with a professional oboist to teach you and doing it a lot (and I mean a lot. It takes forever to get good at reedmaking), but Jennet Ingle has a lot of great youtube videos about reedmaking. Definitely watch her tutorials and the videos she has of fixing others' reeds so you can fix your own. Once you get to a point where you're decent at it, you kinda just have to stop buying reeds and force yourself to play on just your own. Once you're only playing on your own reeds you get a lot better at reedmaking quite quickly out of necessity.