Our Instruments

What is a woodwind instrument? Woodwind instruments produce sound through the vibration of reeds in the mouthpiece (such as a clarinet, oboe, or saxophone) or by air passing across a mouthpiece (like a flute).

Our history of woodwind manufacturing spans over 250 years and is deeply rooted in the legacies of groundbreaking innovation and exceptional craftsmanship by our family-owned brands—Armstrong, Leblanc, Selmer, Henri Selmer Paris, and Yanagisawa. Explore our woodwind instruments below.

What is a brass instrument? Brass instruments create sound through the buzzing of lips against a mouthpiece, with the pitch adjusted by changing the length of the tubing.

For over 150 years, our iconic brass instruments have revolutionized the musical world with their unrivaled sound. Our family-owned brands—Bach, Conn, Holton, and King—remain the top choice for musicians of all levels around the world. Explore our brass instruments below.

What is a string instrument? String instruments generate sound by vibrating strings, which can be plucked, bowed, or strummed.

Our Scherl & Roth string instruments have been handcrafted from premium tonewoods since 1932 when the company was founded by a seventh-generation violin maker. Designed with students in mind, Scherl & Roth instruments offer exceptional playability from the start. Explore our Scherl & Roth string instruments below.

What are percussion instruments? Percussion instruments produce sound through striking, shaking, or scraping, often creating rhythm and texture.

Our percussion brands—Ludwig Drum Company and Musser Mallet Company—have set the standard for excellence in student percussion for over a century. Ludwig snare drums, known for their legendary sound, are the most toured and recorded in the world. Designed to exceed the demands of modern percussionists, marching groups, and performance ensembles, Ludwig and Musser percussion instruments continue to define quality and versatility. Explore our percussion instruments below.