What instruments were used in the classical period of music?

It really depends on the era since instrumentation varies a lot from the start and end of the classical period. read more

It was an interesting period for instruments, where Baroque and forerunners of modern instruments were simultaneously in use. The string family (violin, viola, cello, bass) was much as you see it today, but members of the lute family were still in use as well, particularly in church music. read more

Instrumentation, therefore, is the art of combining instruments in any sort of musical composition, including such diverse elements as the numerous combinations used in chamber groups, jazz bands, rock ensembles, ensembles employing chorus, symphonic bands, and, of course, the symphony orchestra. read more