The chalumeau (English: / ˈ ʃ æ l ə m oʊ /; French:; plural chalumeaux) is a single-reed woodwind instrument of the late baroque and early classical eras. The chalumeau is a folk instrument that is the predecessor to the modern-day clarinet.

chalumeau, single-reed wind instrument, forerunner of the clarinet. Chalumeau referred to various folk reed pipes and bagpipes, especially reed pipes of cylindrical bore sounded by a single reed, which was either tied on or cut in the pipe wall.

Baroque Chalumeau and Clarinet The instrument is similar to a clarinet in its construction and sound but its timbre is warmer and softer, it has a conical canal and a singular reed. It was made in the 17th and 18th century in different versions – soprano, alto, tenor, bass.

The chalumeau is a single reed woodwind instrument that is famous for being an early precursor to the modern clarinet. This simple wood instrument has a one octave range and is sometimes affectionately named a “mock trumpet” with its cylindrical stopped …

The Chalumeau is a woodwind instrument with a single reed. It is now rarely played, but it has an important place in musical history because it was a forerunner of the modern clarinet. The chalumeau evolved in Europe in the 17th century ; this is …

The chalumeau was a popular instrument during the Baroque era, and was used to play music in a variety of different styles, from classical to folk. However, as the clarinet became more popular and versatile, the chalumeau fell out of favor and was largely forgotten.

The Chalumeau is a single-reed woodwind instrument that was introduced during the late baroque and early classical periods. It has eight tone holes, seven of which are located in the front, and one is in the back where the thumb is placed.