1. a Renaissance woodwind instrument with a curved end and double reed, producing a nasal buzzing sound
Usage: musical instrument; historical

Examples

• The krummhorn was popular in European music during the 16th century.
• Musicians played krummhorns in consorts of different sizes.
• The curved shape of the krummhorn gives it its distinctive appearance.
• Early music ensembles often feature the krummhorn in their performances.
• The krummhorn’s double reed produces a unique buzzing tone.
• Renaissance composers wrote many pieces for krummhorn consorts.