Woodwinds
Name 2, single reed woodwinds.
Clarinet (all types), Saxophone (all types)
Name all of the low brass instruments.
Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba
Why is your instrument called "percussion?"
Because you hit, shake, or scrape it to produce a sound.
What families of instruments are in a band?
Woodwind, Brass, & Percussion.
Name 2 components of good posture.
Feet flat on the floor, Straight back, Front edge of the chair.
Name 4 woodwinds.
piccolo, flute, clarinet (any type), oboe, bassoon, english horn, saxophone (any type)
Name 4 percussion instruments.
Snare Drum, Bass Drum, Xylophone, Bells, Triangle, Woodblock, Tambourine, Cymbals, Timpani
How many flats are in the Key of Eb and what are they?
3 Flats. Bb, Eb, Ab.
How many counts of breath should you take before you play?
2 counts breaths.
What woodwind instrument isn't typically found in an orchestra?
Saxophone
How many beats are in a measure with a 6/8 time signature?
6 beats.
Name 2 double reed instruments.
Oboe, Bassoon, English Horn
What is the name of the stick used to play pitched percussion instruments?
Mallet
What does the "f" dynamic level stand for?
Forte.
What is music written on?
A Staff.
What is the oldest woodwind instrument?
The Flute.
What makes sound happen on a brass instrument?
Vibration of the Lips on the Mouthpiece
What does the "mf" dynamic level stand for?
Mezzo Forte
How many eighth notes does it take to equal a whole note?
Eight.