For centuries, woodwinds instruments have been, well, instrumental to the culture and heritage of those who live in Scotland and Ireland. Woodwind instruments have a long history among citizens of these nations. Music from these nations comes in all styles and types, but among some of the most one of a kind melodies are the ones produced by woodwind instruments, as they generate a number of different sounds with tones and textures that are unique to only them. Within the broad category of these instruments there are smaller variations that make them truly special.They are considered among the first musical instruments in the world following percussion instruments.