sackbut
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A brass wind instrument, like a bass trumpet, so contrived that it can be lengthened or shortened according to the tone required; -- said to be the same as the trombone.
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In 1687, Speer published the first written instruction in sackbut (and several other instruments) playing: Grund-richtiger/kurtz/leicht und noethiger Unterricht der Musicalischen Kunst.
Playing C and F in exactly the same position on a modern orchestra sounds out of tune, but it tunes perfectly well on a sackbut if everyone plays meantone.
Herbert (2006), p. 59. main The sackbut was used extensively across Europe from its appearance in the 15th century to a decline in most places by the mid-late 17th century.
"Many modern musicians prefer to use the word 'sackbut' when referring to the Baroque trombone.
Modern performance Many groups specializing in period music make frequent and prominent use of the sackbut.
Repertoire Before 1600 The sackbut replaced the slide trumpet in the 15th century alta capella wind bands that were common in towns throughout Europe playing courtly dance music.