Brass Instruments Review

Which ancient civilizations developed the earliest versions of the trumpet?

• Ancient Greece and Rome

• Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia

• Ancient China and India

• Ancient Persia and Babylon

How do brass instruments produce sound?

• By plucking strings

• By striking keys

• By vibrating air in a tube caused by buzzing of lips on the mouthpiece

• By blowing air through a reed

What is the purpose of valves in brass instruments?

• To change the shape of the mouthpiece

• To stop or redirect airflow to different tubes

• To lengthen or shorten the tubing

• To change the pitch using slides

Which brass instrument is the smallest and highest in pitch?

• Trumpet

• French Horn

• Trombone

• Tuba

Which brass instrument is known for its large bell and circular shape?

• Trumpet

• French Horn

• Trombone

• Tuba

Which brass instrument changes pitch using slides instead of valves?

• Trumpet

• French Horn

• Trombone

• Tuba

Which brass instrument is the largest and lowest in pitch?

• Trumpet

• French Horn

• Trombone

• Tuba

Where do brass instruments sit in an orchestra?

• Behind the woodwinds

• In the middle of the orchestra

• Behind the percussion instruments

• On the conductor's podium

What is the most common brass ensemble featuring two trumpets, one horn, one trombone, and one tuba?

• Brass Quintet

• Brass Band

• Brass Trio

• Brass Octet

What type of music do brass bands typically perform?

• music for ceremonies, concerts, and contests.

• Pop music

• Country music