The Woodwind Instrument Specialists.
Since 1948, Howarth of London have been a world-renowned oboe-maker and long-standing seller of woodwind instruments and sheet music.
Our January sale starts on 2nd January 2026!
Discounts will be available on a selection of instruments throughout the month.
Speak to one of our woodwind specialists to find out more about what discounts we are offering.
Manufacturers of Oboes since 1948.
Howarth | Junior Thumbplate System Oboe
Student
Howarth | S10 Thumbplate System Oboe
Student
Howarth | S20 Thumbplate System Oboe
Intermediate
Howarth | S40C Thumbplate (Dual System) Oboe
Advanced
Howarth | S6 Thumbplate (Dual System) Oboe
Professional
Howarth | XL Thumbplate (Dual System) Oboe
Professional
Howarth | LXV Thumbplate (Dual System) Oboe
Professional
Howarth | XM Thumbplate (Dual System) Oboe
Professional
Howarth | XL Thumbplate (Dual System) Oboe d’Amore
Professional
Howarth | S40C Thumbplate (Dual System) Cor Anglais
Advanced
Howarth | XL Thumbplate (Dual System) Cor Anglais
Professional
Howarth | Junior Conservatoire Semi-Automatic System Oboe
Student
Howarth | Junior PLUS+ Semi-Automatic System Oboe
Student
Howarth | S20C Semi-Automatic System Oboe
Intermediate
Howarth | S40C Semi-Automatic System Oboe
Advanced
Howarth | S50C Semi-Automatic System Oboe
Professional
Howarth | XL Semi-Automatic System Oboe
Professional
Howarth | LXV Semi-Automatic System Oboe
Professional
Howarth | XM Semi-Automatic System Oboe
Professional
Howarth | XL Semi-Automatic System Oboe d’Amore
Professional
Howarth | S40C Semi-Automatic System Cor Anglais
Advanced
Howarth | XL Semi-Automatic System Cor Anglais
Professional
About Howarth
Howarth of London is a specialist woodwind instrument maker and retailer. Known all over the world as makers of the finest oboes, oboes d’amore and cors anglais, our instruments are made in our dedicated manufacturing workshops in Worthing, West Sussex.
We use high-tech CNC machinery to make precision components for our instruments which are then hand-assembled by highly experienced technicians into our beautiful instruments.
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Instrument Rental
We want to make it as easy as possible for you to hire an instrument. Our rental options allow you to have an instrument in a range of situations.
Minimum 3 Month Hire
Long Term Rental
Hire an instrument while you discover about learning, without the up front cost of buying an instrument.
Minimum 1 Week Hire
Short Term Rental
Hire an instrument just for a week or two in case of an emergency or for a special concert.
Upcoming Events
Bassoon Reed Adjusting Session
Saturday 31st January 2026
11:00 – 12:30
Howarth of London
31 Chiltern Street
London
W1U 7PN
Following several requests, come join us for a hands-on workshop on adjusting Bassoon reeds at the Howarth of London showrooms. Whether you’re a beginner or already have some experience, this event is perfect for anyone looking to fine-tune their reeds.
This is the ideal event for bassoonists or parents of bassoonists looking to get involved in their children’s bassoon playing.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from experts in a friendly and supportive environment.
The session will be led by experienced bassoonists, teachers and reedmakers, Anthea Wood and Dominic Morgan.
This session is perfect anyone who wants to know more about reed adjustment away from the excitement and bustle of a double reed day. We will be looking at adjusting shop bought reeds and adjusting older reeds to get the most out of them.
If you are also interested in learning how to make Bassoon reeds, take a look at our afternoon session!
Tickets £36
Bassoon Reed Making Session
31/01/2026 1:30 pm
Howarth of London, 31 Chiltern Street, London, W1U 7PN
Bassoon Reed Making Session
Saturday 31st January 2026
13:30 – 15:30
Howarth of London
31 Chiltern Street
London
W1U 7PN
Following several requests, come join us for a hands-on workshop on Bassoon reed making at the Howarth of London showrooms. Whether you’re a beginner or already have some experience, this event is perfect for anyone looking to learn how to make a reed.
This is the ideal event for bassoonists or parents of bassoonists looking to get involved in their children’s Bassoon playing.
Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from experts in a friendly and supportive environment.
This session will be led by experienced bassoonists, teachers and reedmakers, Anthea Wood and Dominic Morgan.
We will be learning how to assemble a reed from gouged, shaped and profiled cane (supplied at the session).
Hopefully, everyone will reach a point where they have a functioning reed. If there is time, we may look at binding the reed.
If you are interested in adjusting reeds as well, the morning session may also be of interest!
Tickets £60
Adams 2nd International Oboe Festival
07/02/2026 10:00 am
Adams Music Centre, Aziëstraat 17-19, 6014 DA Ittervoort, Netherlands
Adams
2nd International Oboe Festival
7th & 8th February 2026
Adams Music Centre
Aziëstraat 17-19,
6014 DA Ittervoort,
Netherlands
Bringing together oboe makers and oboists from around the world to celebrate the oboe.
Howarth of London Artist Inoko Isobe will be hosting masterclasses on both days of the event and will be performing on the Saturday evening.
Workshops – Masterclasses – Exhibitions
Suitable for any level of oboist.
Come and visit the Howarth stand!
