John Ferrillo, principal oboist of the Boston Symphony and oboe faculty at Boston University and the New England Conservatory, discusses his approach to reed making and pays tribute to his mentors John Mack and John de Lancie. Intro music, Três Peças Atlânticas: Chorinho baiano by Eurico Carrapatoso, performed by Courtney Miller. Exit music, Cinquième Suitte, I. Le Prudent-La Prudente by Jean-François Boüin, performed by Margaret Marco.