bass clef lines
bass clef spaces
the nutcracker
instrument
100

what line is the letter G on

the bottom line

100

what line is letter C on

the third one

100

when was the first Nutcracker performed

December,1892

100

violin

a stringed musical instrument of treble pitch, played with a horsehair bow. The classical European violin was developed in the 16th century. It has four strings and a body of characteristic rounded shape, narrowed at the middle and with two f-shaped sound holes.

200

what line is the letter F on

the second line

200

what line is letter A on

the last one

200

What inspired the story of The Nutcracker.

The story Nutcracker is loosely based on the E.T.A. Hoffmann fantasy story The Nutcracker and the mouse King

200

trumpet

a brass musical instrument with a flared bell and a bright, penetrating tone. The modern instrument has the tubing looped to form a straight-sided coil, with three valves

300

what line is the letter A on

the first one

300

what line is letter G on

the first one

300

what character's "voice" did he associate with this instrument

Sugar Plum Fairy

300

piano

a large keyboard musical instrument with a wooden case enclosing a soundboard and metal strings, which are struck by hammers when the keys are depressed. The strings' vibration is stopped by dampers when the keys are released and can be regulated for length and volume by two or three pedals

400
what line is the letter B on

the fourth one

400

what line is letter E on

the second one

400

Despite the initial criticism, what is unique about The Nutcracker's journey, and why is it significant in the world of ballet?

it represents strength and power

400

clarinet

a woodwind instrument with a single-reed mouthpiece, a cylindrical tube with a flared end, and holes stopped by keys

500

what line is the letter D on

the third one

500

what is a saying to remember bass clef space

Good Boys Do Fine Always

500

Why is The Nutcracker often associated with Christmastime, and how has it played a role in introducing classical music to young audiences?

Because the first act is set at a Christmas party, the ballet is often presented at Christmastime

500

drum

a percussion instrument sounded by being struck with sticks or the hands, typically cylindrical, barrel-shaped, or bowl-shaped, with a taut membrane over one or both ends