The oboe is part of the woodwind family.
It is unique because it is a double reed instrument.
The oboe originated in the Middle East, and it was introduced to French royal courts in the mid-17th century.
The word "oboe" comes from the French word "Hautbois" which translates to "High-wood" or "Loud-wood."
The parts of an oboe include the double reed, the body which has the upper octave key, the rod system and the other keys, and the bell. The player blows into the reed, and the sound comes out of the bell.