Music Basics
How many lines are on a music staff?
5
Which instrument family does the trumpet belong to?
What is brass?
This instrument has a deep brass sound and uses a slide.
What is a trombone?
What does “forte” mean?
What is loud?
What should you do first when the director starts talking?
What is to stop playing and listen?
What note gets 4 beats?
What is a whole note?
What family is the clarinet in?
What is a clarinet?
This instrument has a bright brass sound and often plays melodies.
What is a trumpet?
What does “tempo” mean?
What is the speed of the music
What should you always bring to band class?
What is Instrument, music, pencil, and supplies?
What symbol tells musicians to play quietly?
What is piano (p)?
Which brass instrument usually plays the lowest notes in band?
What is the tuba?
This woodwind instrument has a smooth sound and uses a reed.
What is a clarinet?
What does a conductor do?
What is lead the ensemble?
What should you do if you miss your place in the music?
What is to keep going and find your spot?
How many beats does a half note get?
What is 2 beats?
What family is the snare drum in?
What is percussion?
This percussion instrument keeps steady rhythm and is played with sticks.
What is a snare drum?
What does “crescendo” mean?
What is to get louder?
What is the best way to improve on your instrument?
What is practicing?
How many beats are in 4/4 time?
What is 4 beats?
Which woodwind instrument is the highest sounding instrument in most beginner bands?
What is a flute?
This instrument also has a reed, but it has a brass body.
What is a saxophone?
What does “repeat sign” do?
What is to play the section again
What should you do if another section is rehearsing?
What is to stay quiet and listen respectfully?