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For me Woodwinds for the win for two reasons. First, we have the Bassoon which, lets be honest, is just one of the greatest instruments ever. Its rich, deep tones add so much character and emotion to any piece of music.

Second, theres the Saxophone family. Saxes are incredible because they can bridge the gap between brass and woodwinds, giving you the best of both worlds. They have the power and boldness of brass while still maintaining the smoothness and versatility of woodwind. The saxophone was so revolutionary that it shook up the music world. In fact, early orchestras were hesitant to adopt it because it was just too good. Many feared it could overshadow other instruments, which is why Adolphe creation was banned in certain classical settings. It was ahead of its time!