In this post, I discuss preparing for an upcoming tour with my orchestra OSESP to the International Music Festival in Bogotá, Colombia. As a bassoonist, I discuss the importance of having various reed options to account for the different climates and altitudes in Bogotá, which can affect the reed's stiffness and vibration. I share the different reeds I'm bringing, including older ones and new ones I'm currently adjusting, to ensure I'm well-prepared and can perform well during the tour.