The woodwind section of a Classical orchestra consisted of:
A) one of each: flute, oboe, clarinet, and bassoon.
B) two of each: flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and optional saxophone.
C) one of each: flute, clarinet, bassoon, and optional oboe.
D) two of each: flute, oboe, bassoon, and optional clarinet.

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In a Classical orchestra, the woodwind section typically consisted of pairs of flutes, oboes, and bassoons, with clarinets being added later as they became more common. Saxophones were not part of the Classical orchestra.

The Woodwind Section of a Classical Orchestra Consisted Of