Meet the bassoon — a double-reed woodwind instrument with rich tones and intricate fingering. Professor Richard Church introduces young learners to the bassoon and the rest of the woodwind family.

Use the tabs below to find out about each section of the orchestra, watch video clips, and read interviews with musicians. This section of the orchestra got its name from the fact that many of its ...

Masterclasses, reed making, and more. Spread the love of bassoon learning and make new friendships at the Miami University Bassoon Day. This year we will offer both in-person and virtual events. If ...

Ask the average person to describe a bassoon and you’re likely to get a blank stare or a wildly incorrect guess. Despite its warm, vibrant sound and critical role in orchestras, the bassoon remains ...

Use the tabs below to find out about each section of the orchestra, watch video clips, and read interviews with musicians. It is the lowest of the woodwind instruments. It is made out of maple wood ...