Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's use of the bassoon in the 4th, 5th and 6th symphonies and study suggestions

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, one of the most important representatives of the Romantic period, lived between 1840-1893 and composed works in many genres and forms. As a result of the literature review, it was seen that the studies on the place and use of bassoon in Tchaikovsky's symphonies are limited. In this context, the aim of this study is to analyse the use of the bassoon in Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's symphonies from a technical point of view and to present study suggestions. The study is limited to Tchaikovsky's 4th, 5th and 6th symphonies and covers the use of the bassoon both as a soloist and in the orchestra in these symphonies, its place, importance and study suggestions for bassoon players. The findings section of the research, which was created by using document analysis and musical analysis methods, includes bassoon solos in the composer's symphonies, technical use of the instrument, sound boundaries, articulation, use of dynamics, etc. and study suggestions for bassoon players. As a result of the research, it was determined that the bassoon has an important role in Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's 4th, 5th and 6th symphonies and that there are technical and musical elements that bassoon players should consider when performing these works.