Bassoon is a double reed woodwind instrument. It is the lowest pitched instrument in the oboe family. It is known for its distinctive mellow, reedy tone. Bassoon has a wooden body and a metal bell. It is played by blowing air through the reed. The reed is made from two pieces of cane that are bound together. The player blows air between the reeds, which causes them to vibrate and produce sound. The sound is then amplified by the body of the instrument. The bassoon has a range of over three octaves. It is used in a variety of musical genres, including classical music, jazz, and folk music.