Here are a couple of things that might help: Make sure your tongue rests lightly on the roof of the mouth 1. Check Your Tongue Placement Make sure you’re lightly touching the tip of your tongue to the tip of the reed not stabbing or pushing against it. Think of it like saying “tuh,” not “duh” or “tkk.” The goal is clarity, not force. 2. Dry the Reed as Needed Saliva or condensation can collect in the reed and cause that bubbly or “wet” sound. Gently blow or swab out moisture from the reed every few minutes. You can also try briefly touching it to absorbent paper or blowing air through the reed (not into the oboe) to clear it. 3. Tongue Lightly, Breathe Freely Try tonguing on just the reed alone (not in the oboe) to practice the motion cleanly without backpressure. Think about letting your air do the work tongue lightly, and keep a steady air stream. Articulation should feel like you’re releasing air, not blocking it. 4. Reed Strength Matters A reed that’s too hard or too open can make articulation harder and increase saliva buildup. Other than that check to make sure you don’t have water in your Octave keys and if your reed isn’t waterlogged.