The woodwind section is one of the most sonically diverse sections of the orchestra. How do these instruments balance the dual role of soloist and ensemble player? How do they blend their sounds when they're so different? How has their use in classical music changed over the centuries? Find out all of their secrets in our new film release right here on Monday 22 June 2020. | Philharmonia Orchestra

Today's Monday instrument guide keeps us moving through the woodwind section to the versatile voice of the clarinet, introduced by Joint Principal Clarinet Mark van de Wiel. | Philharmonia Orchestra

We have a brand new film for today's Monday instrument guide, exploring one of the most sonically diverse sections of the orchestra—the woodwind section. How do these instruments balance the dual role of soloist and ensemble player? How do they blend their sounds when they're so different? How has their use in classical music changed over the centuries? Join Patrick Bailey to uncover all of their secrets. | Philharmonia Orchestra

Treasure the harmonious blend of woodwind quintets in a video playlist of works performed by musicians of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Hear a preview in this cheerful excerpt from American composer Leo Sowerby’s Woodwind Quintet, then watch the full playlist for free at cso.tv/woodwind-quintets | Chicago Symphony Orchestra