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Woodwind Instruments

Woodwind instruments are any instruments which produce sound by moving air through or across an opening of the instrument. Questions about these instruments belong here.

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What are saxophone repertoires?

The saxophone repertoire is any music written for saxophone, or transcribed for saxophone. This makes this music specific to saxophone and therefore playable on saxophone. Popular classical saxophone repertoire includes such pieces as Concerto-Glazunov, Concertino da Camera-Ibert, Sonata-Creston, Scaramouche-Milhaud.

Which of the woodwind instruments uses a double reed to produce sound?

Oboe, Bassoon are the main ones.

Also included in this are English horn, Heckelphones, Shawms, Sackbutts, and other medieval instruments.

What does a barrel do on a clarinet?

lengthens the clarinet to help produce a richer sound

How much is a used plastic Vito clarinet usually worth?

Condition make a big difference. They often sell for as low as $50~75. A plastic Vito (or Normandy) in good, clean condition, and ready to play might range from $100 to $200, a little more for something real special.

What brand saxophone does Eric Darius play?

Eris Darius is a smooth jazz artist who started playing as a young man. Eric Darius's two main instruments are Alto Saxophone and Tenor Saxophone. He has been seen playing a variety of different saxophone brands.

How many types of saxophone are there?

There are 10 Types of saxophones. Soprillo, sopranino, soprano, alto, C melody, tenor, baritone, bass, contrabass, sub contrabass. The four main ones are the Soprano Saxophone, the Alto Saxophone, the Tenor Saxophone, and the Baritone, (Or Bari for short) Saxophone.

How do you keep the lacquer from peeling on an alto saxophone?

Unfortunately, as far as I know, there isn't really a way to stop this. The best way to help prevent this is to be very careful with your sax, but it's virtually impossible to keep those pestering little scratches off your lacquer.

What are the most common method books for oboe flute and bassoon?

For oboe, the Barrett Book is probably one you will benefit more from. Also Technique Today and Winning Rhythms.

How long would it take to learn Saxophone?

this can vary based on a wide variety of events, if you are in a school band, or have a private teacher, were playing is instructed and professional, you will learn faster... there is no set level of experience required to officially be considered, as having learned to play, my philosophy is, the second you play your first song you play saxophone, don't let this go to your head though, just because you "play" doesn't mean your any good... I've been playing for 5 years.. and as far as i have gone, (believe me, you have no idea) theres always that window in front of you that you can get better to pass through even the best players of all time could be infinitely better... there is no limit, and so there is no set time

Should I play the sax or flute I kinda want to play the sax but my music expert older bro wants me to play the flute?

Well, sax is a great instrument, but i play the flute and you can play a wide range of different music with it, from classic, to jazz, and you can even beatbox with it, if your up for the challenge! but I'm a bit biased:) go with whichever one feels right for you.

Did Steve Allen play the clarinet?

I don't believe he did, in actuality. Many remember his portrayal of Benny Goodman on screen. I think the piano was his medium. What's worthy of note is that Steve Allen was a prolific songwriter. Jerry Vale's big hit in 1957 was: Pretend You Don't See Her.

Why is a saxophone called a woodwind?

A saxphone is called a ''woodwind'' because to make a sound it needs a ''reed'' whitch is made out of wood.

What are 3 famous pieces for the clarinet?

Three famous pieces for the clarinet include the Concerto by Mozart. Another would be the two sonatas by Johannes Brahms (a late romantic composer), I like them both so much I would count them together. The third piece I would count as a favorite is the Sonata by Paul Hindemith (a 20th century composer).

What is the clarinets full name?

The clarinet has no full name. It is just known as clarinet.

Why is the clarinet the only musical instrument that is not allowed to use vibrato?

Clarinet is not the only instrument I think but the way the embouchure is and the tongue position make it physically impossible to utalize vibrato. Although it still has a very pretty and resonate sound.

What is lantoy instrument of mindoro?

ang lantoy ay isang instrumento na ginagamit ko.kung nakukulangan ka ng impormasyon humanap ka ng ibang impormasyon

What instrument did john denner create?

Johann Denner created the clarinet, developed from the older instrument called a chalumeau.