Monday - Friday 11am-6pm, Saturday 10am-3pm

Oboe Masterclass with James Button


Join us for an oboe masterclass with James Button this November! This event will feature an oboe orchestral excerpt masterclass presented by Marigaux Artist James Button, associate principal oboist of the San Francisco Symphony.

Bring your reeds! A selection of Marigaux oboes will be available for all visitors to try.

A special thank you to Marigaux Paris for helping make this event possible.

Refreshments will be provided.

When          November 2, 2025 | Sunday
                     1:30PM -  2:00PM Check in
                     2:00PM - 3:45PM Masterclass
                     3:45PM - 4:30PM Hang out, have refreshments, try Marigaux oboes

Where        RDG Woodwinds
                     535 E Walnut St Suite 101
                     Pasadena, CA 91101
                     Directions to RDG

Admission   Free!

RSVP
Admission is free, but space is limited. Please RSVP if you'll be able to attend by signing up below (plus, we want to know how many snacks to prepare!). 

Masterclass performers
***10/29/25: Performer applications are now closed***
If you would to be considered as a performer for the James Button masterclass, please apply using the same RSVP form below and check the box stating that you are interested in performing. We are looking for 4 oboists to each prepare 2 orchestral excerpts each (about 15 minutes each with James Button).