Both have a special beautiful sound that can be light and happy, or quiet and calm. This is the most popular woodwind instrument. It can play both high and low notes. A band generally has more clarinets than any other instrument. Back to top of page Saxophone Again, a very popular instrument.
Saxophones come in various sizes and ranges.
Even though made of brass, they are part of the woodwind family. Back to top of page Trumpet and Cornet Trumpets are somewhat longer than cornets. These are the highest of the brass instruments. Player needs good sense of pitch . This instrument sounds very brassy like the trumpet, but makes a lower sound.