String Instruments in the Orchestra

This video tutorial explores the different musical instruments, focusing on the string family within the orchestra. It covers the violin, viola, cello, double bass, harp, and piano, explaining their characteristics, positions in the orchestra, and playing techniques. The video aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of these instruments, making it a valuable resource for quick learning.

Which family of instruments is the largest in the orchestra?

• Percussion

• Woodwind

• String

• Brass

What is the smallest and highest-pitched member of the string family?

• Violin

• Cello

• Double Bass

• Viola

Where is the violin section typically located in the orchestra?

• On the right side of the stage

• Behind the brass section

• On the left side of the stage

• In front of the percussion section

What is a person who plays the viola called?

• Violinist

• Violist

• Bassist

• Cellist

How is the viola different from the violin?

• It has more strings

• It is played with a different technique

• It is larger and has a lower pitch

• It is smaller and has a higher pitch

What is another name for the cello?

• Double Bass

• Viola

• Violin

• Violoncello

Where is the cello section typically located in the orchestra?

• In the middle of the stage

• In front of the percussion section

• On the left side of the stage

• On the right side of the stage

What is the largest and lowest-pitched bowed string instrument?

• Harp

• Cello

• Double Bass

• Viola

How is the harp different from other string instruments?

• It has a triangular shape and vertical strings

• It is played with a bow

• It is played by plucking with a pick

• It is the smallest string instrument

Which instrument is considered both a string and percussion instrument?

• Double Bass

• Violin

• Piano

• Harp