The Woodwind Family is a group of musical instruments that produce sound when air is blown through them. This family includes instruments like the flute, clarinet, oboe, and bassoon. Each instrument has a unique way of creating sound, either by using a reed or by blowing across an opening. Woodwind instruments are typically made of wood or metal and are known for their expressive tones. They are commonly used in orchestras, bands, and chamber music. The saxophone, although made of brass, is also considered part of the woodwind family due to its use of a single reed.