wind ensemble

An instrumental ensemble consisting of woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Although many people consider the wind ensemble to consist of one musician on a part, the wind ensemble is virtually identical to the symphonic band and the European military band. Many wind ensembles may be smaller in size, however, it is critical to balance the instrumentation with multiple musicians on certain parts  such as clarinet and flute parts.

 

* 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.