I've Got Rhythm
This figure is at the very beginning of a piece of music
What is a clef
This brass instrument, commonly found in concert band, is not found in the orchestra
What is a euphonium
This percussion instrument is commonly played in latin music
What are the claves
What does SATB stand for?
Soprano Alto Tenor Bass
Define tempo
What is the speed of the music
Music notation is written on the ___
What is the french horn
This is another name, or the more proper name, for the gong
This woodwind instrument is similar to the clarinet, but has a doubled reed mouthpiece and is known for its mellow, smooth sound. It plays an essential role in many concert bands and orchestras.
What is the oboe
What does ritardando mean?
Slowing down
What is syncopation
Although the word "horn" is in this instrument's title, it is in fact a woodwind instrument
What is the english horn
Percussion instruments are divided into these two categories:
What are pitched and non-pitched
In the 17th century, conductors used this tool, not a baton, to keep time
What is a staff or walking stick
To play or sing with no accompaniment
A capella
Minor keys use the key signature from their ____ ____ key
Relative major
This instrument, an ancestor to the trumpet, has no valves; it can only be played in partials by adjusting your embouchure
What is the bugel
Identify this instrument (sound clue)
What is a ratchet
This is the country where concert band, specifically military bands, began
What is England/Britain
In music, to make something up on the spot
Improvise or improvisation
This term refers to the "call and response" style of writing seen in many pieces of music
What is antiphony
The "King of the March," John Philip Sousa, has this brass instrument named after him
What is the sousaphone
Identify this instrument (sound clue)
What are the steel drums
A theme that is repeated and imitated and built upon by other instruments with a time delay, creating a layered effect
What is a canon
This music term means "sweet" or "sweetly" in Italian
What is dolce