Saxophone
The Romantic era also saw the invention of some important new instruments. The saxophone, was invented in the mid-19th century by the Belgian instrument maker Adolphe Sax. The saxophone was originally intended for use in military bands, but it soon found a place in classical music as well. The saxophone's warm and expressive sound has made it a popular instrument in jazz and popular music today. The saxophone looks like a brass instrument, but is actually a woodwind because it uses a reed.
Grand Piano
Another important instrument that emerged during the Romantic era was the concert grand piano. This instrument, which is much larger than earlier pianos, allowed for greater dynamic range and expressive possibilities. Composers like Chopin and Liszt were drawn to the concert grand piano and wrote many pieces that showcased its capabilities.
Tuba
The tuba was invented in 1835 by Wilhelm Friedrich Wieprecht. It is the lowest-pitched brass instrument. The original tuba used five valves. Before the invention of valves, notes had to be part of the harmonic series.
The Romantic era also saw the invention of some important new instruments. The saxophone, was invented in the mid-19th century by the Belgian instrument maker Adolphe Sax. The saxophone was originally intended for use in military bands, but it soon found a place in classical music as well. The saxophone's warm and expressive sound has made it a popular instrument in jazz and popular music today. The saxophone looks like a brass instrument, but is actually a woodwind because it uses a reed.
Grand Piano
Another important instrument that emerged during the Romantic era was the concert grand piano. This instrument, which is much larger than earlier pianos, allowed for greater dynamic range and expressive possibilities. Composers like Chopin and Liszt were drawn to the concert grand piano and wrote many pieces that showcased its capabilities.
Tuba
The tuba was invented in 1835 by Wilhelm Friedrich Wieprecht. It is the lowest-pitched brass instrument. The original tuba used five valves. Before the invention of valves, notes had to be part of the harmonic series.