symphonic band
(sim-FAH-nik band)


[Eng.]

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An American term for a wind ensemble that includes some percussion and occasionally strings. It may be considered the American counterpart of the European military band. The modern concert band or symphonic band may include:

WOODWINDS	BRASS	PERCUSSION
Piccolo Flutes Oboes English horn * Eb Clarinets * BbClarinets Alto Clarinet Bass Clarinet Contrabass Clarinet * Alto Saxophones Tenor Saxophones Baritone Saxophone Bassoons Contrabassoon	Horns Cornets Trumpets Flugelhorns * Trombones Baritone horns Euphoniums Tuba	Bass Drum Snare Drum Crash Cymbals Tympani Tuned Percussion Untuned Percussion Auxiliary Percussion Harp * String Bass * Piano *

* This is an instrument not always found in a typical symphonic band. Occasionally parts are written for these instruments and the large amateur or professional symphonic band will try to be faithful to the composer's wishes.

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