It gives me great pleasure to write a word of welcome on the appearance of the first Newsletter for Bassoonists Woodwind-players throughout the world deplored the disappearance of "Woodwind Magazine", though credit is due to undefatigable Mary Rasmussen who has most gallantly added 'Woodwind' to her "Brass Quarterly." A publication for bassoonists in particular is, however, something quite unique and all credit is due (Gerald Corey for his enterprise and initiative. As author of the first published book dealing with the Bassoon and contra. I have been impressed by the extent of interest displayed by players in many countries. I, therefore, wish the Newsletter and its Editor all success and I trust that my fellow-players will help to make the publication widely known.