Parts of String Instruments
The large, black part on the bottom of the bow is called the what?
The frog
What does staccato mean?
Short bow stroke
What does pizz. stand for?
pizzicato
Who wrote the melody to "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star?"
Mozart
Name the dynamics game we play sometimes
Hide The Rosin
The bridge on a string instrument is held up by what?
The tension of the string
What is the difference between a slur and a tie?
A slur connects two different notes, a tie connects two of the same note
What does Allegro mean?
Fast tempo
Who wrote "Ode to Joy?"
Beethoven
How many parts are usually on Mrs. Aikey's score? (Cello, bass, etc)
5
The part of the instrument at the top of the fingerboard near the scroll that has grooves for the strings is called what?
The nut
What part of the bow do we play eighth notes in?
The middle
What does col legno mean?
Play with the stick of the bow
Who wrote the "Star Wars" and "Harry Potter" themes?
John Williams
What app does Mrs. Aikey use to record our playing in class?
Music Memos
What is the small, cylindrical piece of wood on the inside of a string instrument called?
Super fast bow strokes marked with three dashes in the stem is called:
What is the marking for a bow lift?
Which Baroque composer was not well known in his lifetime, but is VERY well known now?
Bach
The cello and bass rooms were initially the _______ rooms
Practice
The small silver piece located right next to the frog of the bow is called what?
The ferrule
A light, bouncing bow stroke is called what?
Spiccato
What word is used to describe the "bend" your right wrist should have in regards to your bow grip?
Pronated
Who wrote "The Messiah?"
Handel
What was the big trip in 8th Grade for Durham before it was Disney?
Williamsburg