Wind Ensemble



An instrumental ensemble consisting of woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. The wind ensemble is virtually identical to the American Symphonic Band and the European military band. The instrumentation 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
Timpani
Pitched Percussion
Unpitched Percussion
Harp *
Double Bass *
Piano *

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


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