Orchestral Instruments

What are the four main families of instruments in an orchestra?

• strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion

• strings, woodwind, saxophone, percussion

• strings, woodwind, percussion, organ

• strings woodwind, brass, drums

Name three string instruments commonly found in an orchestra.

• violin, banjo, trumpet

• trombone, viola, violin

• violin, viola, cello

• violin, harp, flute

Which of these is a woodwind instrument?

• French Horn

• Saxophone

• Cello

• Timpani

What is the primary role of brass instruments in an orchestra?

• To play melodies and lead the orchestra

• To replace string instruments in the orchestra

• To provide powerful sound and enhance the orchestra's dynamic range.

• To provide a soft background sound

Identify a percussion instrument that is played with mallets (sticks with round or rubber ends).

• maracas

• triangle

• cymbals

• xylophone

What is the difference between a violin and a viola?

• The violin is smaller and tuned higher than the viola, which is larger and tuned lower.

• The violin has four strings while the viola has six strings.

• The violin is larger and has a deeper sound than the viola.

• The viola is played with a bow while the violin is plucked.

Name a woodwind instrument that is often used in jazz music.

• trombone

• trumpet

• guitar

• saxophone

Which brass instrument has the highest pitch?

• Tuba

• Trombone

• Trumpet

• French Horn

What role do string instruments typically play in an orchestra?

• String instruments are not typically included in orchestras.

• String instruments only play background music in an orchestra.

• String instruments are primarily used for percussion in an orchestra.

• String instruments play a crucial role in providing harmony, melody, and texture in an orchestra.

List two examples of unpitched percussion instruments.

• glockenspiel, xylophone

• violin, timpani

• saxophone, maracas

• tambourine, bongo drum