Woodwinds/ Brass
How many flutes are typically in a Symphony Orchestra?
2
Which clef does the cello read music in?
Bass Clef
When decided which ensemble we're listening to, what should we listen for first?
To hear the HARMONY, we must first be able to hear what?
The melody
Which Italian word means "soft?"
piano
Which brass instrument uses a slide?
Trombone
Which string instrument is the highest sounding?
Violin
Which ensemble has strings and sometimes percussion?
String Orchestra
The melody is often _________, __________ and most ____________. Fill in the blanks
Louder, Higher in pitch and the most obvious
Which tempo marking means "really fast?"
Presto
Which brass instrument is the lowest?
Tuba
Out of these 4 instruments, which is not a percussion instrument?
Maracas, Euphonium, tambourine, xylophone
Euphonium
Which ensemble has no euphonium or saxophone?
Symphony Orchestra
Are the drums considered harmony when played with the melody?
No
Which language are dynamics and tempos in?
Which woodwind instruments use a double reed?
Oboe and Bassoon
Which string instrument sounds the lowest in pitch?
Double Bass, Upright Bass, Bass
Which ensemble has no strings?
When listening to a song on the radio, which band member usually has the melody?
Singer
Which dynamic level is the loudest?
Fortissimo
List the woodwind instruments from highest to lowest.
Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone, Bassoon
Which ensemble is most movie music written for?
Symphony Orchestra
List the 4 choir voices from highest to lowest... you will have to write them on your test next class!
Soprano
Alto
Tenor
Bass
What is a "score" in music?
A piece written out for all parts.
If there is a sad, mournful passage in a piece of music, which tempo do you think it might be?
Adagio