The oboe is a type of double reed woodwind instrument. Oboes are usually made of wood, but may also be made of synthetic materials, such as plastic, resin, or hybrid composites. The most common oboe plays in the treble or soprano range.

What does hautbois mean literally?

hautboisnoun. Any of a family of organ stops that contain reeds. Etymology: From hautbois. hautboisnoun. Any of the, now obsolete, predecessors of the oboe or cor anglais.

What is hautbois English?

British English: oboe /ˈəʊbəʊ/ NOUN. An oboe is a musical instrument shaped like a tube which you play by blowing through the top end.