Brass and Theory Quiz

What is the name of the vibration made by a brass player's lips?

• Sing

• Hum

• Buzz

• Blow

What were early trumpets used for in the military?

• Signaling on the battlefield

• To enhance morale

• To ward off ghosts

• To scare others

At what archeological site were the earliest known trumpets found?

• Cleopatra's Tomb

• King Tut's Tomb

• King George's Tomb

• King Henry's Tomb

What were early French horns used for?

• To signal on the battlefield

• To ward off evil

• To wake people up

• To communicate during hunts

What was the original name of the trombone?

Where did Tin Pan Alley originate?

• Chicago

• New York City

• Los Angeles

• Dallas

Who are the writers of folk songs?

• Classical Composers

• Children

• Communities of people

• Church musicians

What was the sousaphone invented for?

• To be used as an instrument in the orchestra.

• To be used as a tuba that can be carried around easily in the marching band.

• To be used for playing higher notes.

• To be used for playing music at a fast tempo.

Which instrument do you hear?

• French Horn

• Trombone

• Tuba

Which instrument do you hear?

• Trumpet

• Trombone

• Tuba