| French Horn The French Horn is often played with the right hand inside the bell. It is also said to be the most difficult instrument to play. |  |
 | Trumpet The trumpet plays high brassy notes. An optional mute can make the trumpet sound completely different. Many great jazz players have been trumpet players. |
| Tuba The tuba is the lowest instrument in the whole brass section. The tuba is used a lot in marches and other compositions where it is important to have a strong beat. |  |
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Trombone The trombone has the the greatest note range out of all the brass because of its slide. The 'bone is an essential part of any big band group. |
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