Instruments of the Orchestra

The bassoon is a member of the:

• Woodwind Family

• Brass Family

• String Family

• Percussion Family

Which of these instruments is NOT a member of the brass family?

• Tuba

• Flute

• Trumpet

• French Horn

A trumpet needs air to be blown through it in order for a sound to be produced. What else is needed in order to make a sound on the trumpet?

• You have to push down the buttons.

• You have to blow real hard.

• You have to buzz your lips.

• You have to sing into the mouthpiece.

Which instrument below IS a member of the percussion family?

• Oboe

• Timpani

• Harpsichord

• String Bass

Which instrument below needs a reed?

• Trombone

• Bassoon

• Flute

• Piano

Person in charge of an ensemble; Also known as the conductor.

• Ensemble

• Musician

• Maestro

• Composer

A group of musicians performing music together.

• Ensemble

• Musician

• Maestro

• Composer

A person who studies music and performs in an ensemble.

• Ensemble

• Musician

• Maestro

• Composter

A person who writes music.

• Ensemble

• Musician

• Maestro

• Composer

Type in the names of the four (4) instrument families.