Woodwind Musical Instruments

Woodwind Musical Instruments - A Synopsis

By Nigel Arding 

A woodwind musical instrument is a musical device that has a resonator. Common shapes of air columns include - conical, cylinder etc.

Woodwind musical instruments can be divided into 2 categories

• Brass Instruments - made primarily of metal

• Woodwind Instruments - made primarily from wood

The more well known and used woodwind musical instruments are as follows

Bassoon, Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Saxophones

The bassoon, clarinet, oboe and saxophone use a mouthpiece whereas the flute uses what is called a headjoint as the method of introducing air to the instrument.

Unlike the string instruments or some percussion instruments, most wind instruments don't require tuning.

A flute typically costs $350 and is made from nickel-silver, then plated in silver. For the cheaper models of both clarinet and oboe, their bodies are usually made of ABS plastic, whereas the more expensive instruments are made of Grenadilla wood.

The Wonders of Woodwind Instruments

By Victor Epand 

This type of instrument is usually a tube that makes a sound when air is blown through it. Some are brass wind instruments, some are wood wind instruments and all create a unique sound that appeals to different people. To play a musical instrument, to enjoy playing it and to practice it, it tends to help when a person can enjoy the sound and familiarize himself to it. 

Unlike the string instruments, or some percussion instruments, many wind instruments don't require as much tuning, if even necessary. This particular group of instruments is also seen as instruments that are a little easier to learn and play. There are many simpler wind instruments to choose from that emit beautiful sounds when played right.

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