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Oboe da Caccia

Noun - Musical Instrument

The oboe da caccia is a double reed woodwind instrument from the Baroque period. It has a slightly curved, pear-shaped body and a deep, mellow tone. The oboe da caccia is larger and lower in pitch compared to the normal oboe, and it is rarely used in modern orchestras.

Sample Sentence: The haunting sound of the oboe da caccia resonated through the concert hall, giving the piece a unique and somber atmosphere.

Noun - Local Usage

In some regions, particularly in Italy, "oboist da caccia" refers to a proficient oboist who excels in playing dynamic and challenging compositions, often characterized by hunt-themed passages.

Sample Sentence: Giovanni earned his reputation as the best oboist da caccia in the region due to his unmatched skill in playing demanding hunter-themed compositions.

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