Exploring the World of Percussion Instruments

What are the two basic groups of percussion instruments?

• String and Wind

• Pitched and Unpitched

• Brass and Woodwind

• Electric and Acoustic

What unique feature does the snare drum have that gives it its distinct sound?

• A special coating on the drum head

• A double-layered drum head

• A metal attachment on the bottom

• A wooden frame

Which drum is often used to symbolize the military in music?

• Bass drum

• Snare drum

• Tenor drum

• Triangle

Which unpitched percussion instrument is known for its booming sound?

• Snare drum

• Cymbals

• Triangle

• Bass drum

What is the primary use of cymbals in music?

• To mimic the sound of thunder

• To provide a steady rhythm

• To add a strong, bombastic effect

• To create a melodic line

What is the main difference between sheet music for non-pitched and pitched percussion instruments?

• Pitched music uses a bass clef

• Non-pitched music has notes on the same line

• Pitched music has no clef

• Non-pitched music uses a treble clef

What is another name for the timpani?

• Tom-toms

• Snare drum

• Kettledrums

• Bass drum

Which instrument is often mistaken for the marimba due to its similar appearance?

• Glockenspiel

• Vibraphone

• Xylophone

• Celesta

What unique feature does the vibraphone have that distinguishes it from other similar instruments?

• Hard mallets

• Wooden bars

• A motor for vibrato

• Longer resonators

Which instrument is known for its high bell-like sound and is often used to convey a sense of magic?

• Chimes

• Vibraphone

• Marimba

• Glockenspiel