Understanding Piano Pedals Basics

Front

What is the primary function of the sustain pedal on a piano?

Back

To sustain the sound of the notes

Front

Which pedal is typically located on the far right of a standard piano?

Back

Sustain pedal

Front

What is the effect of pressing the una corda pedal on a piano?

Back

It softens the sound of the notes

Front

Which pedal is used to sustain only selected notes while others are played normally?

Back

Sostenuto pedal

Front

What is another name for the sustain pedal?

Back

Damper pedal

Front

Which pedal is typically used to create a softer, more muted sound on the piano?

Back

Una corda pedal

Front

What happens to the dampers when the sustain pedal is pressed?

Back

They lift off the strings

Front

Which pedal is least commonly found on upright pianos?

Back

Sostenuto pedal

Front

What is the typical position of the una corda pedal on a grand piano?

Back

Left

Front

What is the main purpose of the sostenuto pedal?

Back

To sustain selected notes