Gustav Highstein on Classical Pacific

Hawaiʻi Public Radio | By Sharene Keliʻipunilei Lum Taba

Published January 23, 2026 at 5:08 PM HST

Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra principal oboist Gustav Highstein plays Mozart’s Oboe Concerto in C major, K. 314 on Sunday. During a busy week of rehearsals, Highstein visited "Classical Pacific" to reflect on past teachers, the value of mentorship, and bringing music to life with friends.

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