Bassoon Collection

Dolciano, oboe, bassoon, oboe da caccia and basset horn.. Chromolithograph from an illustration by William Gibb from A.J. Hipkins Musical Instruments, Historic, Rare and Unique

Liszt conducting in Budapest
Franzi Liszt conducting his new Oratorio at Budapest, Hungary, 1860s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Bassoon & Sarrussophone
Bassoon and Sarussophone from the Wurlitzer catalogue

Carol Singing / Dressed Up
God save you Merrie Gentil Men

The Opera Orchestra, c. 1870 (oil on canvas)
XIR16124 The Opera Orchestra, c.1870 (oil on canvas) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 56.5x46 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Music Shop Noise, Queen Street, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. April 1992
Michael Ransley, who owns instrument making premises in Queen Street, has been forced to move out because of constant road works outside his shop

The piper calls the tune... these young hopefuls from Honley High School are aiming to gain a place in the National Festival of Music for Youth in London

Large German Military Brass Band in all its glory! Date: circa 1909

Caricature figurines of musicians, made in Nuremberg, 1836 (ceramic) (see also 78087)
BAL78086 Caricature figurines of musicians, made in Nuremberg, 1836 (ceramic) (see also 78087) by German School, (19th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK

Plate IX: Wind instruments from the Encyclopedia of Denis Diderot (1713-84
STC84220 Plate IX: Wind instruments from the Encyclopedia of Denis Diderot (1713-84) and Jean le Rond d Alembert (1717-83), 1751-72 (engraving) by Benard

The True Representation and Character, caricature of George Frederick Handel (1685-1759
DEC84584 The True Representation and Character, caricature of George Frederick Handel (1685-1759) (engraving) by Goupy, Joseph (c.1680-1768) (after); 47x30 cm; Gerald Coke Handel Collection

R A Lister Military Band, Roman Baths, Bath. Date: 1935

Church Parade, All Saints Church, Aldershot, Hampshire
Church Parade, Royal Garrison Church of All Saints, Aldershot, Hampshire, with a military band marching and playing. Date: circa 1910s

Chamber music instruments from the 18th century (chromolitho)
735785 Chamber music instruments from the 18th century (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chamber music instruments from the 18th century)

Tile depicting a bassoonist, 1706 (faience)
XIR440621 Tile depicting a bassoonist, 1706 (faience) by French School, (18th century); Musee National de Ceramique, Sevres, France; (add.info.: manufactured in Rouen; ); French, out of copyright

The Bassoon Player (colour litho)
5197222 The Bassoon Player (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bassoon Player)

"The Christmas Waits, "musicians playing carol music in the snow (chromolitho)
5998128 " The Christmas Waits, " musicians playing carol music in the snow (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Christmas Waits)

Thomas A Edison, inventor - recording a phonograph (chromolitho)
961472 Thomas A Edison, inventor - recording a phonograph (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas A Edison, inventor - recording a phonograph)

Still life with musical instruments
HGM81130 Still life with musical instruments by Roestraten, Pieter Gerritsz. van (c.1630-1700); 106x118.5 cm; Haags Gemeentemuseum, The Hague, Netherlands; eKunstmuseum den Haag; Dutch

With the open-air concert season upon us, we take a look back to one such occasion in July 1973, when visitors to Alnwick Castle found themselves being entertained by members of the Northern Sinfonia

For You (Pour toi!... ), 1893. Creator: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
For You (Pour toi!...), 1893. Desire Dihau playing the bassoon

Bassoon, from the Musical Instruments series (N82) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888. 1888
Bassoon, from the Musical Instruments series (N82) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888

Bassoon, 1895. Creator: Unknown
Bassoon, 1895. From " The Musical Educator Vol. 4" edited by John Greig, M.A. Mus. Doc. [Caxton Publishing Company, Limited, London, 1895]

The Double Bassoon, 1895. Creator: Unknown
The Double Bassoon, 1895. From " The Musical Educator Vol. 4" edited by John Greig, M.A. Mus. Doc. [Caxton Publishing Company, Limited, London, 1895]

Musical frogs on eight Victorian scraps. Date: circa 1890s

DCLI band at unknown location. 1915
The Duke of Cornwalls Light Infantry band are pictured playing to a crowd. Possibly at The Green in Truro, 1915. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan

woodwinds musical instruments
Antique illustration of woodwinds musical instruments

Ciricillos Italian Band, Dubuque, Iowa, USA. Showing Salvatore Ciricillo on the conductors podium and the boys and men seated, with their instruments. Date: 1910

Aldeburgh Festival Rehearsals
The oboist and bassoon-player checking their instruments in readiness for the first item in the Aldeburgh Festival Choral Concert in Blythburgh Church on 1 July 1961 Date: 1961

Aldeburgh Festival Rehearsal
Members of the Festival Instrumental Ensemble (probably the three performing the 15th century anonymous Christ ist Erstanden, on oboe)

William (Bill) Waterhouse Bassoonist
Benjamin Britten rehearsing and working on his score in the Jubilee Hall. Aldeburgh Festival 1961. William (Bill) Waterhouse bassoonist. Date: 1961

BASSOONIST, 16th CENTURY. German woodcut by Tobias Stimmer (1539-1584)

Caricature figurines of musicians, made in Nuremberg, 1836 (ceramic) (for detail
BAL78087 Caricature figurines of musicians, made in Nuremberg, 1836 (ceramic) (for detail see 78086) by German School, (19th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Shepherd sits on a rock and plays pipe, a shepherdess, goats, print maker: Jurriaan Cootwijck, Dating 1724 - 1798

Musicians taking part in The Ommeganck in Brussels on 31st May 1615: Procession of
BAL179888 Musicians taking part in The Ommeganck in Brussels on 31st May 1615: Procession of Notre Dame de Sablon (oil on canvas) (see 59846) by Alsloot, Denys van (1570-1628); Prado, Madrid

Musician with listeners around him, Anonymous, 1648 - 1729

MUSICIANS, c1600. A Spanish wind ensemble. Detail of a painting, c1600

BASSOON, 19th CENTURY. Line engraving, German, late 19th century

BASSOON, 1723. Copper engraving, 1723, by Arnold van Westerhout

Metropolitan Police K Division orchestral band

DEGAS: OPERA, c1868-70. The Orchestra of the Opera. Oil on canvas, c1868-1870, by Edgar Degas

A large group of Musicians - Constantinople
The Choice Artists and musicians directed by the Amiable Band Leader Mr Lange, Constantinople

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The bassoon, a majestic woodwind instrument known for its deep and resonant tones, has a rich history that spans centuries. Its origins can be traced back to the Dolciano, an early predecessor of the modern bassoon. With its distinctive double reed and conical shape, the bassoon produces a unique sound that adds depth and richness to any musical ensemble. In orchestras around the world, the bassoon often finds itself in good company with other woodwind instruments such as the oboe, oboe da caccia, and basset horn. Together, they create harmonies that captivate audiences and bring compositions to life. Just imagine Liszt conducting in Budapest as these enchanting melodies fill the air. But it's not just classical music where you'll find this versatile instrument shining. From carol singing events where musicians are dressed up in festive attire to lively performances by The Opera Orchestra captured on canvas in 1870, the bassoon knows no boundaries when it comes to spreading joy through music. Step into a music shop on Queen Street in Lostwithiel, Cornwall during April 1992 and you might have heard the delightful noise of customers trying out various instruments - including the beloved bassoon - creating a symphony of sounds that echoed throughout the store. And who could forget those whimsical Victorian scraps featuring musical frogs? These charming illustrations remind us that even nature's creatures appreciate beautiful melodies produced by instruments like our beloved bassoon. Speaking of grandeur, nothing quite compares to witnessing a large German Military Brass Band performing with all their glory circa 1909. The powerful sound of brass combined with delicate woodwinds like the bassoon creates an unforgettable experience for both performers and listeners alike. Whether it's young hopefuls from Honley High School learning how to play or caricature figurines made in Nuremberg back in 1836 showcasing musicians' playful side - including the great George Frederick Handel.