Families of Musical Instruments

What are the main classifications of musical instruments?

• Brass, Electronic, Vocal

• Solo, Ensemble, Orchestra

• Folk, Classical, Jazz

• String, Wind, Percussion, Keyboard

Which family of instruments includes the flute and clarinet?

• String family

• Percussion family

• Brass family

• Woodwind family

What is the primary characteristic of string instruments?

• The ability to produce sound through air vibrations.

• The presence of frets.

• The vibration of strings.

• The use of wood in construction.

Name one example of a percussion instrument.

• Violin

• Piano

• Drum

• Flute

How are brass instruments typically played?

• By striking the instrument with a mallet

• By using a bow to create sound

• By plucking the strings on the instrument

• Brass instruments are played by buzzing lips into a mouthpiece and using valves or slides to change pitch.

Cuales son los instrumentos de viento

• Zampoña, trompeta

• Charnao , guitarra

• Bombo tambor

• Teclado y claxon