Instrumentation Code

Our instrumentation abbreviation format is as follows: 111.11+TPRH

1st digit = trumpet | 2nd digit = horn | 3rd digit = trombone
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4th digit = euphonium/baritone (trombone) | 5th digit = tuba/bass trombone
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T = Timpani | P = Percussion | O = Piano | R = Organ | H = Handbells

Thus, the code 211.01 indicates music for a brass quintet consisting of two trumpets, one horn, one trombone and one tuba. Additionally, the code 211.01+TP indicates music for brass quintet, plus Timpani and Percussion.