The contrabassoon sounds one octave lower than written.

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• Oboe
• Cor anglais
• Clarinet
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• Bassoon
• Contrabassoon
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The contrabassoon, also known as the double bassoon or 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.

Noun

contrabassoon (plural contrabassoons)

1. (music) A larger version of the bassoon sounding one octave lower, having a technique similar to the bassoon but offers more resistance in every way.

Synonyms

• double bassoon

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