As Professor of Oboe at Central Michigan University, Lindabeth Binkley combines a rich orchestral career with a passion for teaching. She has held Principal Oboist positions with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra, Flint Symphony Orchestra, and Sunriver Music Festival, and performs regularly with prominent Michigan ensembles like the Ann Arbor Symphony and Lansing Symphony. Dr. Binkley is also a sought-after soloist and educator, regularly presenting at prestigious conferences and mentoring students who go on to attend top graduate programs. With a deep commitment to the art of oboe reed making, her hands-on approach regularly inspires followers via her Thin the Tip presence on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.