what instruments are in an orchestra

Instruments in an Orchestra

Orchestras consist of four main instrument families: strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Here are the instruments typically found in each family:

Strings

1. Violin
2. Viola
3. Cello
4. Double Bass
5. Harp

Woodwinds

1. Flute
2. Oboe
3. Clarinet
4. Bassoon
5. Piccolo
6. English Horn
7. Saxophone (less commonly used)

Brass

1. Trumpet
2. French Horn
3. Trombone
4. Tuba

Percussion

1. Timpani
2. Xylophone
3. Snare Drum
4. Bass Drum
5. Cymbals
6. Triangle
7. Tambourine
8. Glockenspiel
9. Celesta
10. Harpsichord
11. Piano
12. Pipe Organ

The specific instruments and their combinations can vary depending on the musical piece, historical period, and composers choice.