Woodwinds
What is the thin piece of cane called that some woodwinds use to play their instrument?
A reed
They're made of brass.
What is considered a percussion instrument?
Anything, depending on how you play it
Is the viola higher or lower than the violin?
Lower
What classifies an instrument as an "electronic instrument"?
It needs power to make sound
Name a double reed instrument.
Oboe, bassoon, English horn, contrabassoon
What is the largest and lowest brass instrument?
Tuba
Name two auxiliary percussion instruments.
Maracas, shakers, castanets, triangle, tambourine, etc.
What is the tool that string players use to play their instrument called? Hint: It's typically made of wood and horse hair.
The bow
Name an electronic instrument.
Electric guitar, stylophone, synthesizer, etc.
What makes a woodwind a woodwind?
Instruments that used to be made out of wood or use a reed.
How do trombone players change the notes on their instrument?
A slide
How many timpani are in a standard set (hint: we don't have a full set at Surrey)?
4
What two words have to do with producing sound on a string instrument?
Tension and vibration
What does the word "piano" mean?
Quiet, soft
What is the thin, metal tube that bassoonists use to play their instrument called?
Bocal
How many notes can brass players play without moving any valves or slides?
More than one!
What is the biggest and lowest drum in the percussion section?
Bass drum
How many sections of violins are usually in the symphony orchestra?
2
What does the word "forte" mean?
Loud
How many main types of saxophones are there?
4: Soprano, alto, tenor, baritone (bass)
What is the metal piece that brass players use to play their instrument?
Mouthpiece
Pianos, bells, and xylophones are considered what kind of percussion instruments?
Keyboard percussion
How does a piano work?
Tiny hammers strike the strings inside the piano, producing the notes
What is the electronic instrument with the face and mouth called?
Otamatone