Orchestra
Name one of the string instruments in the orchestra.
Violin, viola, cello, bass
Tchaikovsky was Russian.
True
Ballet began in this country.
Italy
Who is the main child in the story?
Clara
Name the principal of MST.
Dr. Eberle
Name one of the woodwind instruments in the orchestra.
Flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon
Tchaikovsky was heterosexual.
False, he was homosexual.
Ballet became popular in the US during this time.
The 1930s
The Nutcracker turns into what after the battle with the Mouse King?
A handsome prince.
What is the MST mascot?
A wolf.
Name one of the brass instruments in the orchestra.
Trumpet, trombone, french horn, tuba.
Tchaikovsky was married three times.
False, he was only married once.
This type of ballet is when dancers support all of their weight on the tips of their feet.
Pointe.
This person runs the Land of Sweets.
Sugar Plum Fairy
What is the librarian's name?
Mr. Lyman
Name one of the percussion instruments in the orchestra.
Snare drum, bass drum, bells, timpani.
A woman supported his musical efforts for 13 years.
True, and they never even met.
What is a danseur?
A male dancer.
True or false: The Nutcracker was considered to be very successful at its premier.
False, it was considered to be a failure.
What other school do I teach at?
Burgard HS
Who runs the orchestra?
The conductor.
Tchaikovsky was extroverted (he liked people and being in social situations).
False.
This country popularized ballet and brought it to the US.
Russia
Name one of the sweets that dance for Clara.
Hot chocolate, coffee, tea, or candy canes.
What instrument do I play?
Clarinet/bass clarinet