1577—Breslau, Poland

An engraving by Johann Twenger features a wind band performing for the arrival of Emperor Rudolf II at Breslau. The ensemble, which is featured playing in a high tower at the entrance to the palace, is comprised of 2 trombones, 2 shawms, cornett, and bass curtal (see below detail; public domain) (Nuremberg, Germanisches Nationalmuseum; Lindell 259; Kmetz 259-60).