Contrabassoon
Contrabassoon Woodwind instrument Other names double bassoon Kontrafagott (DE) controfagotto (IT) contrebasson (FR) Hornbostel–Sachs classification 422.112–71 (Double-reeded aerophone with keys) Developed Mid 18th century Playing range Written pitch, sounds one octave lower Sounding pitch Related instruments Bassoon Contraforte Tenoroon Dulcian The contrabassoon , also known as the double bassoon, is a larger version of the bassoon, sounding an octave lower. Its technique is similar to its smaller cousin, with a few notable differences. Contents 1 Differences from the bassoon 2 Range, notation and tone 3 History 3.1 Precursors 3.2 Baroque era – present 4 Current use 5 Notable contrabassoons 6 Notable solos and soloists 7 References 8 External links Differences from the bassoon The reed is considerably larger than the bassoon's, at 65–75 mm (2.6–3.0 in) in total length (and 20 ...