symphonic band

sim-FAH-nik band

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Definition

An American term for a large 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 instrumentation

WOODWINDS	BRASS	PERCUSSION
piccolo flute oboe English horn * E♭ clarinet * B♭ clarinet alto clarinet bass clarinet contra-alto clarinet * contrabass clarinet * soprano saxophone * alto saxophones tenor saxophones baritone saxophone bassoons contrabassoon *	horns cornets * trumpets flugelhorns * trombones baritone horns euphoniums tuba	bass drum snare drum crash cymbals timpani tuned percussion untuned percussion auxiliary percussion harp * string bass * piano *

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

Last Updated: 2016-06-19 18:38:53

symphonic band

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