development of reedpipesThe New Kingdom (1539–1075 bce) of Egypt yielded the oboe, known only as mat, the generic name of pipes. Like the flute, the oboe was made of narrow cane but was about 2 feet (60 cm) long; like the clarinet, it was blown in pairs, the left sounding a drone while the right produced a melody. Such instruments with their rich penetrating sound have...
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