Topmusicanswers
- What are the 7 woodwind instruments?
- What are the ranges of woodwind instruments?
- What register does the flute play in?
What are the 7 woodwind instruments?
The woodwind family of instruments includes, from the highest sounding instruments to the lowest, the piccolo, flute, oboe, English horn, clarinet, E-flat clarinet, bass clarinet, bassoon and contrabassoon.
What are the ranges of woodwind instruments?
| INSTRUMENT | WRITTEN RANGE (C4=middle C) | SOUNDING (transposition) ...than written |
|---|---|---|
| WOODWINDS | ||
| Piccolo | D4-C7 | C: 1 octave higher Db: minor 9th higher |
| Flute(in C) or Querfloete | C4-D7 | |
| Alto Flute(in G) | C4-C7 | a Perfect 4th lower |
What register does the flute play in?
The flute has essentially three registers: low, middle, and high, each with a unique timbral quality.
