Ive been interested in acting for the longest time. Its always been a dream of mine. As of recently, Ive started taken acting classes; I guess I was tired of waiting around for my dreams to come true, I had to do it myself. The problem is is that I am new to this biz. I honestly, know close to nothing about acting, theater, scripts, stages, or any other jazz that has much to do with acting. I wish I had someone to ask this about, but none of my friends are into acting, and my family is just as clueless in this area. If you know any tips, or suggestions that might help me out, it would be greeaaaatlyy appreciated. Thanks.
-faborgirl

Clough

Now I can see that you are back on. I was worried that you had left for the night.

Clough

Do you realize that playing the oboe can be your "ticket" into college?

Faborgirl

Sorry, I had to restart my computer.
What do you mean my "ticket"?

Clough

That's okay.

What I mean is, that schools that have concert bands, and also band directors in general, are always on the lookout for good oboe players, as they are so hard to find. They also look for bassonists, French Horn and tuba players.

If you play one of those instruments, it can be very helpful to you getting a scholarship into college if you are going to play in the band. That's what I meant by "ticket." Thay will want you to come to their school because you play one of those instruments.

Do you live in the U.S.?

Faborgirl

Well thats exciting! Whats also working on my side is the fact that im the only oboe player in my band.
No, no I dont live in the U.S.

Clough

Ah, I was hoping that you didn't live in the U.S. because it's 1:50 a.m. in the morning here. And, if you had to get up to go to school tomorrow, this would be really too late for you!

Do you sing in the chorus or choir at school? If so, what part?

I have to ask a bunch of questions, by-the-way, in order to know more about what you know and to help you with how you will get into and be successful at acting.

Clough

Just for your information, the oboe is the only instrument in the band that adds the 7th harmonic to the music. It is a very important instrument. Without it, the music can sound rather dull.

Faborgirl

Thanks for the concern. Actually, where I live is just north of you, in Canada, and it is 1:00here. No worries though, for I do not have school tomorrow due to report card interviews. I am getting a bit sleepy however, I might have to pack it in soon.

Unfortunately, I can not song, or at least I have had no personal training with my voice, so needless to say, I am not in choir.

I dont mind these questions. If anything, I feel honored that your taking such an interest in helping me.

Clough

Well, I really would like to help you! I rarely find people on this site who are into the same things that I am. What you have posted about, is exactly up my alley!

We can continue later if you would like. I am going to be gone Friday, Saturday and Sunday until the later evening, because I am playing a gig in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.

I will be back on here later Sunday night. Maybe we could coordinate a time?

Are you in Western Canada?

Faborgirl

Alright, sounds good. Im busy in the early evening on Sunday, but I will be free from around 7:00 on. Yes, I do live in Western Canada, and my computer tells me that you live in Illinois. Do you know the time difference by any chance?

I think it is great that we met. Its excited that someone so experienced is helping me out. It... well, it gives me hope