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the Oboe is used in about all categories of of musical groups...even in Marching Bands. and yes, oboes are in the orchestra, and band as well.
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What is the other instrument usually played by the musician who plays the Cor Anglais in an orchestra?
The oboe is the instrument that is usually played by the musician who plays the Cor Anglais in an orchestra.
Which instrument is sometimes used by a symphony orchestra to set the pitch for the other instruments in the orchestra?
Orchestras are usually tuned to an oboe. The open note, (that is, the note an oboe plays without any fingering), is an A, and the orchestra tunes best to that note. When a piano is featured as solo instrument, the orchestra tunes to the A of the piano, because it's easier for them to adjust their pitch than for the piano.
How can you find an oboe concerto with a band accompaniment not orchestra?
Nikolai Rimsky Korsakov wrote a concerto for oboe and band. It's not his greatest masterpiece, but it deserves a listen.
Is the oboe in the orchestra?
Yes, oboe is responsible for tuning the orchestra.
What is an oboe's role in the orchestra?
Typically two oboists play in the orchestra; with the 2nd oboist doubling on English horn when needed. Some larger professional Symphony Orchestras (like the Chicago Symphony Orchestra). Have a dedicated English hornist, that can double second oboe, or play the rare third oboe part in a pinch.
What type of music is the oboe played in?
Band or orchestra music includes oboe parts.
What is the other instrument usually played by the musician who plays the Cor Anglais in an orchestra?
The oboe is the instrument that is usually played by the musician who plays the Cor Anglais in an orchestra.
Which instrument is sometimes used by a symphony orchestra to set the pitch for the other instruments in the orchestra?
Orchestras are usually tuned to an oboe. The open note, (that is, the note an oboe plays without any fingering), is an A, and the orchestra tunes best to that note. When a piano is featured as solo instrument, the orchestra tunes to the A of the piano, because it's easier for them to adjust their pitch than for the piano.
What are two fact about the oboe instrument?
it tunes the entire orchestra, and it is concert c pitched
How can you find an oboe concerto with a band accompaniment not orchestra?
Nikolai Rimsky Korsakov wrote a concerto for oboe and band. It's not his greatest masterpiece, but it deserves a listen.
Is the oboe in the orchestra?
Yes, oboe is responsible for tuning the orchestra.
Is the steel drum in the orchestra?
No... Its a percussion instrument in the band..
What is an oboe's role in the orchestra?
Typically two oboists play in the orchestra; with the 2nd oboist doubling on English horn when needed. Some larger professional Symphony Orchestras (like the Chicago Symphony Orchestra). Have a dedicated English hornist, that can double second oboe, or play the rare third oboe part in a pinch.
What one doesn't belong clarinet guitar piano or violin?
Oboe. UNless you are speaking of a symphonic orchestra.
What are the four double reed instruments in the band?
It depends on the band. I'm assuming the "Concert Band" which is usually the same as the symphony orchestra - two from the oboe family (the oboe and English horn) and two from the bassoon family (the bassoon and the contrabassoon).
What instrument tunes the orchestra?
A standard symphony orchestra can tune to three different members: the principal oboe, the concertmaster, or the solo pianist. The oboist is used to tune whenever there is an oboe in the orchestra, the concertmaster is used whenever there isn't an oboe, and the pianist/keyboardist will play the tuning note if he or she is the soloist for the evening.
What is a group of people playing a musical instrument called?
1,2,3 man band or orchestra
