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    • Korg GM1-2PK
      Metronome, In-Ear [2 pack]


      •  Metronome that syncs tempo across multiple devices.
      •  8 rhythm variations and 10 beats
      •  Three sizes of earpieces (S, M and L) included
      •  Low power consumption for approximately 100 hours of continuous use
      •  Memory backup function automatically saves settings from the previous use
      •  Tempo range: 30 to 252 bpm


      Category: Metronomes
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    • Korg GM1-4PK
      Metronome, In-Ear [4 pack]



      Category: Metronomes
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    • Korg KDM3
      Metronome


      The KORG KDM series is renowned for its powerful volume and its clearly-audible tone. We are proud to announce the latest model, the KDM-3 which features a fresh new appearance. Along with an attractive look that resembles a miniature mechanical metronome, it also contains a rich variety of beat patterns and metronome sounds. It's also packed with the convenient functions that you expect from a digital unit and will support your performance in situation, regardless of genre or instrument. (You...

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      Category: Metronomes
      Item: 118352
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    • Korg KDM3-WDBK
      Metronome


      The KDM-3 is well-known for its powerful and easily-heard sound and a compact size. A limited number of units are now available featuring a front panel made of durable and elegant pyinkado wood. The chic brown woodgrain adds warmth to the monotone body. Its elegant look will project an atmosphere of refinement, not only while you practice your instrument, but also as an item of interior decor. ...

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      Item: 123008
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    • Korg KDM3WH
      Metronome



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      Item: 118431
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    • Korg MA2
      Metronome w/Reference Tone - black/red


      ***PLEASE NOTE this item has been out of stock for several weeks and will likely take longer than usual to arrive. No eta is available currently.*** The MA-2's display is 30% larger than that of the previous model, drastically improving the visibility. Within the display, a digital needle moves between left and right, providing a visual indication of the beat in additional to the audible indication. A triangular icon shows the beat position and the timing at which the measure changes. You can c...

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      Item: 123010
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    • Korg MA2
      Metronome w/Reference Tone - blue/black


      The MA-2's display is 30% larger than that of the previous model, drastically improving the visibility. Within the display, a digital needle moves between left and right, providing a visual indication of the beat in additional to the audible indication. A triangular icon shows the beat position and the timing at which the measure changes. You can choose from three different methods of setting the tempo: pendulum step lets you specify a numeric value just as on a mechanical metronome, full step l...

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    • Korg TM70-T
      Electronic Tuner/Metronome Combo - black


      The Korg TM-70T is the perfect blend of tuner and metronome in one compact device. It features an LCD needle meter for accurate tuning, a clear metronome sound, and an improved display for better visibility. With a wide detection range (C1-C8), it suits various instruments. Includes a transpose function for easy tuning of wind and string instruments. Designed for durability and long battery life. Proudly made in Japan, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship. The TM-70T is smaller than its predecesso...

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    • Matrix MR-500
      Metronome, Quartz


      A good, standard metronome. Inexpensive with a pleasant, not too loud "click" sound. Rotary dial enables quick tempo changes with having to hold down a selector button. Includes tuning "A" and earphone.

      Matrix Metronome, Quartz

      Category: Metronomes
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    • On-Stage GTA7000
      Tuner/Metronome


      Packed with features and options, our accurate three-in-one GTA7000 Chromatic Tuner/Metronome/Tone Generator helps keep any instrument in tune or in time. The tuner can be used with the integrated mic or, in noisy environments, with the included clip-on transducer. If tuning by ear is preferred, the tone generator continuously plays the user's choice of pitch. The metronome provides a wide range of rhythms and tempos, plus its convenient tap-tempo option makes finding a beat as easy as pushing a ...

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    • Seiko DM51S
      Metronome, Clip-On - silver


      A full function metronome with clear sound and a convenient clip-on design. - the manufacturer Incorporates a clock function which is displayed when the metronome is turned off. Can be attached to almost anything - from music stands, etude books, to clothes. Compact in size but with a loud, clear sound. Dial-style volume control. High contrast LCD display. Flashing LED lights to indicate tempo. ...

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      Item: 101739
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    • Seiko SQ50V
      Metronome, Digital


      One of the most popular electronic metronomes. Made by Seiko, this inexpensive, high quality unit will give years of service. Features two different solid "tock" sounds and a large flashing LED. Rotary dial allows quick tempo changes (40 to 208 BPM) or selection of the A=400 or Bb tuning pitches, something not available on cheaper push-button models. Uses one standard 9 volt battery (included). ...

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      Category: Metronomes
      Item: 040667
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    • Wittner
      Metronome Counterweight


      Small metal & lead slide-on counterweight for Wittner pendulum style metronomes. Wittner factory replacement part number 410 560 005. For 880 (Super Mini) and 890 (Piccolino) series metronomes.

      Category: Metronomes
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    • Wittner
      Metronome Counterweight


      Small metal & lead slide-on counterweight for Wittner pendulum style metronomes. Wittner factory replacement part number 400 060 006. For series 800-810, 800K-810K, 840-850 and 845-855 (Pyramid) metronomes.

      Category: Metronomes
      Item: 026573
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    • Wittner
      Metronome Counterweight


      Small metal & lead slide-on counterweight for Wittner pendulum style metronomes. Wittner factory replacement part number 410 060 007. For Series 820 and 830 (Piccolo) metronomes.

      Category: Metronomes
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    • Wittner
      Metronome Key - football style/long shaft


      Small eliptical "football*" shaped winding key is a replacement for Wittner model 839 metronomes that originally had this style of key. If your Wittner had a "ring" style key, this one may not work, as the shaft will be too short. Wittner factory replacement part number 415 160 004. Long shaft model. * as in American football - not European football (aka "soccer"). ...

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    • Wittner
      Metronome Key - football style/short shaft


      Small eliptical "football*" shaped winding key is a replacement for most Wittner 820, 830 (Piccolo) and 880 (Piccolino) and 829161 metronomes that originally had this style of key. If your Wittner had a "ring" style key, this one may not work, as the shaft may be too short. IN that case you may want our part number 0255546. Wittner replacement part number 410 060 008.

      * as in American football - not European football (aka "soccer").

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    • Wittner
      Metronome Key - ring style handle


      Small ring shaped winding key is a replacement for most Wittner Pyramid and animal-shaped metronomes that originally had this style of key. If your Wittner originally had a "football" shaped key, this one will probably fit, but the cover of the case may not close properly as the key's shaft is longer. In such cases we suggest the football key, #45678. For Wittner Series 800, 810, 840-855 metronomes, including all Pyramid models.

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    • Wittner Pyramid Maelzel 801M
      Metronome - wood case/matte mahogany finish


      Accurate German made mechanical metronome is key wound and will sound from 40 to 208 beats per minute. Handsome hardwood case with a matte mahogany finish. Clear "tock" sound can be easily heard with any instrument. Stands 8½" tall.

      Wittner Metronome - wood case/matte mahogany finish

      Category: Metronomes
      Item: 029200
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    • Wittner Pyramid Maelzel 803M
      Metronome - wood case/matte walnut finish - no bell


      Accurate German made mechanical metronome is key wound and will sound from 40 to 208 beats per minute. Handsome hardwood case with a matte walnut finish. Clear "tock" sound can be easily heard with any instrument. Stands 8½" tall.

      Wittner Metronome - wood case/matte walnut finish - no bell

      Category: Metronomes
      Item: 029199
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    • Wittner Pyramid Maelzel 804K
      Metronome - plastic case/simulated walnut


      Accurate German made mechanical metronome is key wound and will sound from 40 to 208 beats per minute. Plastic case with a simulated walnut woodgrain. Clear "tock" sound can be easily heard with any instrument. Stands 8½" tall.

      Wittner Metronome - plastic case/simulated walnut

      Category: Metronomes
      Item: 021910
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    • Wittner Pyramid Maelzel 806K
      Metronome - plastic case/black


      Accurate German made mechanical metronome is key wound and will sound from 40 to 208 beats per minute. Black plastic case. Clear "tock" sound can be easily heard with any instrument. Stands 8½" tall.

      Wittner Metronome - plastic case/black

      Category: Metronomes
      Item: 031551
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    • Wittner Pyramid Maelzel 806M
      Metronome - wood case/matte black finish


      Accurate German made mechanical metronome is key wound and will sound from 40 to 208 beats per minute. Handsome hardwood case is painted matte black (glossier than a traditional matte, but not high gloss). Clear "tock" sound can be easily heard with anyinstrument. Stands 8½" tall.

      Category: Metronomes
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    • Wittner Pyramid Maelzel 811M
      Metronome - wood case/matte mahogany, w/bell


      Accurate German made mechanical metronome is key wound and will sound from 40 to 208 beats per minute. Handsome hardwood case has a matte mahogany finish. Clear "tock" sound can be easily heard with any instrument. Bell feature sounds a clear bell every 3, 4 or 6 beats (can be turned off as well). Stands 8½" tall. ...

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      Category: Metronomes
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    • Wittner 813M
      Metronome - wood case/walnut finish, w/bell


      Accurate German made mechanical metronome is key wound and will sound from 40 to 208 beats per minute. Handsome hardwood case with a walnut finish. Clear "tock" sound can be easily heard with any instrument. Bell feature sounds a clear bell every 3, 4 or 6 beats (can be turned off as well). Stands 8½" tall. ...

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    • Wittner Pyramid Maelzel 816
      Metronome - wood case/gloss black, w/bell


      Accurate German made mechanical metronome is key wound and will sound from 40 to 208 beats per minute. Handsome hardwood case with a gloss black finish. Clear "tock" sound can be easily heard with any instrument. Bell feature sounds a clear bell every 3,4 or 6 beats (can be turned off as well). Stands 8½" tall. ...

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      Category: Metronomes
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    • Wittner Pyramid Maelzel 816M
      Metronome - wood case/matte black, w/bell


      Accurate German made mechanical metronome is key wound and will sound from 40 to 208 beats per minute. Handsome hardwood case has a smooth matte black finish. Clear "tock" sound can be easily heard with any instrument. Bell feature sounds a clear mechanical bell every 3, 4 or 6 beats (can be turned off as well). Stands 8½" tall.

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    • Wittner Piccolo 831
      Metronome, Mechanical - dark brown


      Classic wind-up pendulum metronome by Wittner. German made instrument features a full bodied "tock" sound and will run for a long time on each winding. Combined with a tempo range of 40 to 208, this model is useful for any instrument, soft or loud. Snap on cover allows safe transport.



      Category: Metronomes
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    • Wittner Piccolo 832
      Metronome, Mechanical - ivory


      Classic wind-up pendulum metronome by Wittner. German made instrument features a full bodied "tock" sound and will run for a long time on each winding. Combined with a tempo range of 40 to 208, this model is useful for any instrument, soft or loud. Snap on cover allows safe transport. This model is ivory colored.



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    • Wittner Piccolo 834
      Metronome, Mechanical - ruby red


      Classic wind-up pendulum metronome by Wittner. German made instrument features a full bodied "tock" sound and will run for a long time on each winding. Combined with a tempo range of 40 to 208, this model is useful for any instrument, soft or loud. Snap on cover allows safe transport.



      Category: Metronomes
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    • Wittner Piccolo 836
      Metronome, Mechanical - black


      Classic wind-up pendulum metronome by Wittner. German made instrument features a full bodied "tock" sound and will run for a long time on each winding. Combined with a tempo range of 40 to 208, this model is useful for any instrument, soft or loud. Snap on cover allows safe transport.



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    • Wittner Pyramid Maelzel 845111
      Metronome - plastic case/simulated mahogany


      Accurate German made mechanical metronome is key wound and will sound from 40 to 208 beats per minute. Plastic case with a simulated mahogany woodgrain. Clear "tock" sound can be easily heard with any instrument. Stands 8½" tall.

      Wittner Metronome - plastic case/simulated mahogany

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    • Wittner Super-Mini 880
      Metronome, Mechanical - Oak Casing, Light Brown, Matte, No Bell


      Classic wind-up pendulum metronome by Wittner. German made instrument features a clear "tick" sound sound and will run for a long time on each winding. Combined with a tempo range of 40 to 208, this model is useful for most instruments, except perhaps that are very loud. Snap on cover allows safe transport. Case is made of hardwood. ...

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    • Wittner Super-Mini 886
      Metronome, Mechanical - black


      Classic wind-up pendulum metronome by Wittner. German made instrument features a clear "tick" sound sound and will run for a long time on each winding. Combined with a tempo range of 40 to 208, this model is useful for most instruments, except perhaps those that are very loud. Snap on cover allows safe transport. Case color will vary, and will usually be black or ruby red. ...

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      Category: Metronomes
      Item: 000644
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    • Wittner Cat
      Metronome, Mechanical


      Who says metronomes need to be boring? Precision engineered by Wittner, this metronome works great, giving a loud click throughout its tempo range of 40 to 208 beats per minute. Has all the reliability of Wittner's traditional metronomes - but keeps a smile on your face.

      Category: Metronomes
      Item: 058221
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    • Wittner Penguin
      Metronome, Mechanical


      Who says metronomes need to be boring? Precision engineered by Wittner, this metronome works great, giving a loud click throughout its tempo range of 40 to 208 beats per minute. Has all the reliability of Wittner's traditional metronomes - but keeps a smile on your face.



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    • Yamaha ME55BK2
      Metronome, Clip-On


      Yamaha Metronome, Clip-On

      Category: Metronomes
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Woodwind Instrumentation Codes

Following many of the titles in our Wind Ensemble catalog, you will see a set of numbers enclosed in square brackets, as in this example:

Description Price
Rimsky-Korsakov
Quintet in Bb [1011-1 w/piano]
Item: 26746
$28.75

The bracketed numbers tell you the precise instrumentation of the ensemble. The first number stands for Flute, the second for Oboe, the third for Clarinet, the fourth for Bassoon, and the fifth (separated from the woodwinds by a dash) is for Horn. Any additional instruments (Piano in this example) are indicated by "w/" (meaning "with") or by using a plus sign.

Flute   Oboe   Clarinet   Bassoon   â€”   Horn

This woodwind quartet is for 1 Flute, no Oboe, 1 Clarinet, 1 Bassoon, 1 Horn and Piano.

Sometimes there are instruments in the ensemble other than those shown above. These are linked to their respective principal instruments with either a "d" if the same player doubles the instrument, or a "+" if an extra player is required. Whenever this occurs, we will separate the first four digits with commas for clarity. Thus a double reed quartet of 2 oboes, english horn and bassoon will look like this:

0,2+1,0,1-0

Note the "2+1" portion means "2 oboes plus english horn"

Titles with no bracketed numbers are assumed to use "Standard Instrumentation." The following is considered to be Standard Instrumentation:

  • Duo - Flute & Clarinet - or [1010-0]
  • Trio - Flute, Oboe & Clarinet - or [1110-0]
  • Quartet - Flute, Oboe, Clarinet & Bassoon - or [1111-0]
  • Quintet - Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon & Horn - [or 1111-1]

Brass Instrumentation Codes

Following many of the titles in our Brass Ensemble catalog, you will see a set of five numbers enclosed in square brackets, as in this example:

Description Price
Copland
Fanfare for the Common Man [343.01 w/tympani]
Item: 02158
$14.95

The bracketed numbers tell you how many of each instrument are in the ensemble. The first number stands for Trumpet, the second for Horn, the third for Trombone, the fourth (separated from the first three by a dot) for Euphonium and the fifth for Tuba. Any additional instruments (Tympani in this example) are indicated by a "w/" (meaning "with") or by using a plus sign.

Trumpet     Horn     Trombone   .   Euphonium     Tuba

Thus, the Copland Fanfare shown above is for 3 Trumpets, 4 Horns, 3 Trombones, no Euphonium, 1 Tuba and Tympani. There is no separate number for Bass Trombone, but it can generally be assumed that if there are multiple Trombone parts, the lowest part can/should be performed on Bass Trombone.

Titles listed in our catalog without bracketed numbers are assumed to use "Standard Instrumentation." The following is considered to be Standard Instrumentation:

  • Brass Duo - Trumpet & Trombone, or [101.00]
  • Brass Trio - Trumpet, Horn & Trombone, or [111.00]
  • Brass Quartet - 2 Trumpets, Horn & Trombone, or [211.00]
  • Brass Quintet - 2 Trumpets, Horn, Trombone & Tuba, or [211.01]
  • Brass Sextet and greater - No Standard Instrumentaion
People often ask us about "PJBE" or "Philip Jones" instrumentation. This is a special instrumentation adopted and perfected by the Philip Jones Brass Ensemble. It consists of the forces 414.01, and often includes Percussion and/or Tympani. In addition, there are often doublings in the Trumpet section - Piccolo and Flugelhorn being the most common. While this instrumentation has come to be common, it is still not "Standard" as many Brass Dectets use very different forces, most often with more Horns than PJBE.

String Instrumentation Codes

Following many of the titles in our String Ensemble catalog, you will see a set of four numbers enclosed in square brackets, as in this example:

Description Price
Atwell
Vance's Dance [0220]
Item: 32599
$8.95

These numbers tell you how many of each instrument are in the ensemble. The first number stands for Violin, the second for Viola, the third for Cello, and the fourth for Double Bass. Thus, this string quartet is for 2 Violas and 2 Cellos, rather than the usual 2110. Titles with no bracketed numbers are assumed to use "Standard Instrumentation." The following is considered to be Standard Instrumentation:

  • String Duo - Viola & Viola - [1100]
  • String Trio - Violin, Viola, Cello - [1110]
  • String Quartet - 2 Violins, Viola, Cello - [2110]
  • String Quintet - 2 Violins, Viola, Cello, Bass - [2111]

Orchestra & Band Instrumentation Codes

Following some titles in our Orchestra & Band catalogs, you will see a numeric code enclosed in square brackets, as in these examples:

  Order Qty Description Price
Beethoven
Symphony No 1 in C, op 21
[2,2,2,2-2,2,0,0, tymp, 44322]
$150.00
Jones
Wind Band Overture
[2+1,1,3+ac+bc,2,SATB-2+2,4,3+1,1, tymp, percussion, double bass]
$85.00
MacKenzie
Hines Pond Fantasy (DePaolo)
[2d1+1,1,2+1,1-2,2(+2),3,0, perc, tymp, 44322, Eb clarinet, SAATB saxes, trombone solo]
$75.00

The bracketed numbers tell you the precise instrumentation of the ensemble. The system used above is standard in the orchestra music field. The first set of numbers (before the dash) represent the Woodwinds. The set of numbers after the dash represent the Brass. Percussion is abbreviated following the brass. Strings are represented with a series of five digits representing the quantity of each part (first violin, second violin, viola, cello, bass). Other Required and Solo parts follow the strings:

Woodwinds—Brass,   Percussion,   Strings,   Other

Principal auxilary instruments (piccolo, english horn, bass clarinet, contrabassoon, wagner tuba, cornet & euphonium) are linked to their respective instruments with either a "d" if the same player doubles the auxiliary instrument, or a "+" if an extra player is required. Instruments shown in parenthesis are optional and may be omitted.

Example 1 - Beethoven:

[2,2,2,2-2,2,0,0, tymp, 44322]

The Beethoven example is typical of much Classical and early Romantic fare. In this case, the winds are all doubled (2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets and 2 bassoons), and there are two each horns and trumpets. There is no low brass. There is tympani. Strings are a standard 44322 configuration (4 first violin, 4 second violin, 3 viola, 2 cello, 2 bass). Sometimes strings are simply listed as "str," which means 44322 strings.

Example 2 - Jones: (concert band/wind ensemble example)

[2+1,1,3+ac+bc,2,SAATB-2+2,4,3+1,1, tymp, percussion, double bass]

The second example is common for a concert band or wind ensemble piece. This ficticious work is for 2 flutes (plus piccolo), 1 oboe, 3 clarinets plus alto and bass clarinets, 2 bassoons, 5 saxes (soprano, 2 altos, tenor & bari), 2 trumpets (plus 2 cornets), 3 trombones, euphonium, tuba, tympani, percussion and double bass. Note the inclusion of the saxes after bassoon for this band work. Note also that the separate euphonium part is attached to trombone with a plus sign. For orchestral music, saxes are at the end (see Saxophones below. It is highly typical of band sets to have multiple copies of parts, especially flute, clarinet, sax, trumpet, trombone & percussion. Multiples, if any, are not shown in this system. The numbers represent only distinct parts, not the number of copies of a part.

Example 3 - MacKenzie: (a fictional work, by the way).

[2d1+1,1,2+1,1-2,2(+2),3,0, perc, tymp, 66432, Eb clarinet, SAATB saxes, trombone solo]

In the third example, we have a rather extreme use of the system. It is an orchestral work for piccolo, 2 flutes (1 of whom doubles on piccolo), 1 oboe, 2 clarinets plus an additional bass clarinet, 1 bassoon, 2 horns, 2 trumpets (plus an optional 2 cornets), 3 trombones, no tuba, percussion, tympani, 6 first violins, 6 second violins, 4 violas, 3 cellos, 2 double basses, Eb clarinet (as an additional chair, not doubled), 5 saxes (soprano, 2 alto, tenor & baritone) & a trombone soloist.

Note: This system lists Horn before Trumpet. This is standard orchestral nomenclature. Unless otherwise noted, we will use this system for both orchestra and band works (in most band scores, Trumpet precedes Horn, and sometimes Oboe & Bassoon follow Clarinet). Also, it should be noted that Euphonium can be doubled by either Trombone or Tuba. Typically, orchestra scores have the tuba linked to euphonium, but it does happen where Trombone is the principal instead.

Saxophones, when included in orchestral music (they rarely are) will be shown in the "other instrument" location after strings and before the soloist, if any. However for band music, they are commonly present and therefore will be indicated after bassoon as something similar to "SAATB" where S=soprano, A=alto, T=tenor and B=baritone. Letters that are duplicated (as in A in this example) indicate multiple parts.

And finally, here is one more way to visualize the above code sequence:

  • Flute (doubles or with additional Piccolo)
  • Oboe (doubles or with additional English Horn)
  • Clarinet (doubles or with additional Bass Clarinet)
  • Bassoon (doubles or with additional Contrabassoon)
  • Saxophones (band music only, showing SATB voicing)
  • - (dash)
  • Horn (doubles or with additional Wagner Tuba)
  • Trumpet (doubles or with additional Cornet)
  • Trombone (doubles or with additional Euphonium)
  • Tuba (doubles or with additional Euphonium)
  • Percussion
  • Tympani
  • Strings (1st & 2nd Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass)
  • Other Required Parts
  • Soloist(s)