low brass
Orchestra's bass section
Low brass refers to the larger, deeper-voiced brass instruments in an orchestra or band—primarily trombones, euphoniums, and tubas.
The designation distinguishes them from high brass like trumpets and French horns.
Low brass sections provide the harmonic foundation and bass lines in ensemble music: The low brass came in thunderously on the final chord.
- tubaLowest brass instrument
- tromboneSlide-operated brass instrument
- sousaphoneBody-encircling parade horn
- euphoniumTenor-range brass instrument
- baritone hornMid-range brass wind instrument
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