Band and String Instruments
The most common question asked by parents and students alike is the difference between “Band” and “Orchestra.” Both are “performance-based large group music classes,” but there are differences.
Band classes are made up of “Wind” and “Percussion” instruments whereas Orchestra classes are made up of “String” instruments. Below is a listing of “Band Instruments” and “String Instruments.”
Band Instruments
- Flute
- Oboe
- Clarinet
- Bass Clarinet
- Bassoon
- Alto Saxophone
- Tenor Saxophone
- Baritone Saxophone
- Trumpet
- French Horn
- Trombone
- Euphonium/Baritone
- Tuba
- Percussion
String Instruments
- Violin
- Viola
- Cello
- String Bass