Bow Technique
What is the the black part of your bow called?
The Frog
What is the stick that the conductor hold?
Baton
What instrument does Mrs. Clouser play?
Double Bass
What are the strings on the viola?
A,D,G,C
Who sang Havana
Camilla Cabello
What is the term that describes notes that are played with stopped bow stroke? The notes are marked with a dot above or below the note.
Staccato
Name two ways to create a bigger sound?
More weight, more bow hair, faster bow speed, Frog etc.
What kind of food does Mrs. Clouser bring to Fiddle Club and Brothers and Sisters club most?
Oreo's - all kinds.
Which string requires more weight from the bow to create the same volume (violin, viola, cello) A, or D
D
Is it possible to sneeze with your eyes open?
No
When you pluck the string with your finger it is called?
Pizzicato
What is it called when you have 2 performers playing together?
Duet
What will Mrs. Clouser be practicing this summer besides music?
Archery
What intervals are the string instruments tuned in ? (Violin, Viola, cello)
Fifth
What is the capital of Mississippi?
Jackson
What does hooked bowing mean?
two or more notes played in the same direction with a stop between each note.
What is the key signature of C Major?
No Sharps or Flats
Where was Mr. McDonough born?
Is the C string on the cello lower than the C string on the viola?
Yes
True or False? Cats sleep 16 to 18 hours per day
True
What does legato mean?
notes are played with smooth and connected.
What is the Key signature of G Major?
1 sharps
What does Mrs. Clouser wish to see happen in orchestra?
Students develop love for their instrument, work hard and practice everyday day!
What are the strings on the Bass?
G, D, A, E
Most famous violin maker of all time.
Who is Antonio Stradivari
(there are roughly 650 of 110 still surviving)