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  1. Bassoon - Wikipedia

    Bassoon ... The bassoon is a musical instrument in the woodwind family, which plays in the tenor and bass ranges. [1] It is composed of six pieces, and is usually made of wood. It is known for its …

  2. Bassoon | Definition, History, Range, & Facts | Britannica

    Oct 17, 2025 · Bassoon, the principal bass instrument of the orchestral woodwind family. In performance, the bassoon is held aslant on a sling. It is exceptionally difficult to play because the …

  3. Bassoon: the orchestra's largest wind instrument | Classical ...

    Jan 6, 2025 · Read on for our guide to the bassoon, the big daddy of the orchestra's woodwind section. What is a bassoon? The bassoon is a woodwind instrument which, like the oboe, has a double reed. …

  4. Instruments of the bassoon family - Yamaha Corporation

    Capable of equaling the German-style bassoon until the 19th century, it was the most common woodwind low-pitched instrument. While its tuning difficulty and low volume presented difficulties, it is …

  5. Bassoon - New World Encyclopedia

    The bassoon is a woodwind instrument in the double reed family that typically plays music written in the bass and tenor registers and occasionally even higher. It is called das Fagott in German, il fagotto in …

  6. What is a Bassoon and How Does it Work? - PlayWoodwinds

    The bassoon is a large, double-reed woodwind instrument, part of the larger family of wind instruments that use a reed to produce sound. It is the bass member of the woodwind family, providing a …

  7. Bassoon Meaning, Types, Notes, Range, Facts & How To Play ...

    Apr 21, 2025 · The bassoon is a double-reed woodwind instrument with a deep, resonant tone. Known for its rich, expressive sound, it is used in orchestras and chamber music, playing both melodic and …