Who invented the sackbut?

Who invented the sackbut?

The sackbut was possibly invented by Flemish makers for the French court in the 15th century. Its origins lie in the slide trumpet of the 14th century. The sackbut's name comes from the French "trompette saicqueboute" ("pull-push trumpet"). In the 19th century, the sackbut was known as the trombone.

Why is it called a sackbut?

"Sackbut", originally a French term, was used in England until the instrument fell into disuse in the eighteenth century; when it returned, the Italian term "trombone" became dominant. In modern English, an older trombone or its replica is called a sackbut.

What country is the trombone from?

Western EuropeTrombone/Place of origin

What family is the sackbut in?

Woodwind instrumentsFamily of Instruments: The Sackbut belongs to the family of Woodwind instruments. The earliest form of slide trumpet, which afterwards developed into the trombone.