Instruments
A brass instrument with a bright, high-pitched tone, commonly used in classical, jazz, and marching bands
What is a TRUMPET?
A symbol indicating a specific duration of silence, instructing musicians to pause and not play for a set amount of time
What is a REST?
The volume of a sound or note, such as piano (quiet) or forte (loud).
What are DYNAMICS?
He wrote music for many major blockbuster movies such as Star Wars, Jaws, and Home Alone.
Who is JOHN WILLIAMS?
Whole + Half = how many counts?
6
A woodwind instrument featuring a cylindrical tube, a flared bell, and a single-reed mouthpiece
What is a CLARINET?
A _____ ______ is a line that separates measures
What is a BAR LINE?
Notes that are short and detached
What is STACCATO?
This composer wrote nine symphonies, piano sonatas, and string quartets, all while struggling with severe hearing loss.
Who is J.S. BEETHOVEN?
Half + Dotted Half = how many counts?
5
A large, wooden string instrument in the violin family, known for its deep, rich, and resonant tone that closely resembles the human voice
What is a CELLO?
A set of five horizontal lines and four spaces, each representing a distinct musical pitch
What is a MUSIC STAFF?
(or STAFF)
Gradually getting louder
What is a CRESCENDO?
She was a legendary American jazz vocalist known as the "First Lady of Song" and "Queen of Jazz," renowned for her three-octave range, pure tone, and scat singing.
Who is ELLA FITZGERALD?
Dotted half + quarter + whole = how many counts?
8
A percussion instrument known for its sharp, crisp, "crack" sound, characterized by wire snares stretched across its bottom head
What is a SNARE DRUM?
Uh oh! This symbol is placed immediately before a note to raise or lower its pitch, regardless of the key signature, usually for the duration of the measure
What is an ACCIDENTAL?
________ and ________ are terms used when a musician or ensemble is going too fast or too slow. These terms were popularized by the movie "Whiplash."
What is RUSHING and DRAGGING?
She is a renowned American singer, songwriter, and actress known for her massive pop hits and bold fashion. She has won 16 Grammys and an Academy Award, with iconic hits including "Poker Face" and "Shallow".
Who is LADY GAGA?
6
Often called a mouth organ or French harp, this is a small, pocket-sized free-reed wind instrument played by blowing or inhaling air into holes
What is a HARMONICA?
The ______ clef places middle C on the middle line of the staff.
What is ALTO?
An Italian musical tempo marking meaning "lively," "brisk," or "animated," directing musicians to play in a very fast, energetic, and upbeat manner.
What is VIVACE?
He was a renowned Russian composer of the Romantic period, celebrated for composing iconic ballets like Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, and The Sleeping Beauty.
Who is TCHAIKOVSKY?
Dotted whole + dotted half + two eighth notes = how many counts?
10