Music

What kind of hair is the bow instrument made from?

• Silk
• Cotton
• Horsehair
• Nylon

What is put on the bow to make the bow instrument sticky?

• Glue
• Tape
• Varnish
• Rosin

How many strings are usually on the stringed instruments?

• Varies by instrument, commonly 4 to 6 strings.
• Typically 2 to 3 strings.
• Most instruments have 8 to 10 strings.
• Only one string is used in stringed instruments.

What makes the sound louder on the stringed instruments?

• The body of the instrument amplifies the sound.
• The instrument is played faster.
• The bow used is heavier.
• The strings are made of metal.

What do guitarists sometimes use to play the strings of the guitar?

• slide
• hammer
• fingers
• pick

How many strings are there on the guitar?

• 5
• 4
• 7
• 6

Which string instruments would you find in a string quartet?

• One violin, one viola, and two cellos
• Two violins, one viola, and one cello
• Three violins and one double bass
• Two violas and two cellos

How many violins are in a typical orchestra?

• 5 to 7 violins
• 12 to 16 violins
• 8 to 10 violins
• 20 to 25 violins

How many strings are on the harp?

• 50
• 37

• 47
• 40

How many pedals are on the harp?

• 5
• 7
• 10
• 12