Music Theory
How many half notes would fit in 3 measures of 4/4 time?
6
Which instrument in our band is considered a double reed instrument?
Oboe
What is the dynamic marking that tells us to play loud?
forte
A whole note, plus a quarter note
5
If there are 2 sharp signs in a key signature what are they?
F#, C#
Name the instruments playing in this example.
Bassoon
What is the dynamics marking that tells us to play medium soft?
Mezzo piano
Which popular holiday ballet is this piece of music from?
Nutcracker
In 4/4 time, how many beats in the following...
A dotted half note, plus a quarter note
4
When you see 2 flats in the key signature what are the two flats?
Bb & Eb
The lowest pitched brass instrument.
Tuba
What is the name for the articulation marking that tells us not to tongue between the notes?
slur
What type of ensemble is playing in this recording?
(Don't show video)
Symphony Orchestra or Full Orchestra
In 4/4 time, how many beats are in the following...
Two dotted half notes, and 2 eighth notes
7
What type of note has 3 beats?
Dotted half note
Name 4 of the instruments playing in this recording. 100 points for each answer.
Marimba, Vibraphone (vibes), Bells, Sleigh Bells, Timpani, Cajon (extra credit for cajon)
What is the articulation marking that tells us to play short and separated?
Staccato
Name this holiday tune. (Wait for the piano version)
(Watch Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2IBGlDJ3lg
I saw Three Ships on Christmas Day
In 4/4 time, how many beats are in the following...
A dotted quarter note
1.5
Which type of note has a beat and a half?
Dotted Quarter note
What is the name of the following percussion instruments?
100 points per correct instrument.
Aux. Percussion instruments from cabinet
This symbol lowers the pitch a half step.
Flat sign
What is the name of this popular Christmas song?
The Christmas Song
In 4/4 time, how many beats are in the following...
A dotted quarter note plus a whole note
6.5