Etymology:
Meaning:
A double-reed woodwind instrument with a conical bore and a flared bell. It is played vertically, held against the chin, and produces a rich, mellow tone.
Origin:
The hautboy originated from the medieval shawm, a double-reed instrument with a cylindrical bore. In the 16th century, the shawm was refined and reduced in size, giving rise to the hautbois in France and the oboe in Italy.
Historical Development:
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