Understanding the Orchestra

The video introduces the orchestra and its four sections: strings, woodwind, brass, and percussion. Each section is explored in detail, highlighting the unique characteristics and sounds of the instruments. The video includes variations played by individual instruments and concludes with a fugue, bringing all sections together to play Henry Purcell's theme.

What is the primary purpose of 'The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra'?

• To teach young people how to play instruments

• To showcase famous composers

• To provide a history of classical music

• To introduce young people to the instruments of the orchestra

Which instrument is known for its gentle and plaintive quality in the woodwind section?

• Clarinet

• Flute

• Piccolo

• Oboe

Which section of the orchestra includes instruments that are mostly made of wood?

• Percussion

• Woodwind

• Strings

• Brass

Which string instrument is always plucked?

• Violin

• Cello

• Harp

• Viola

What is the largest and deepest instrument in the string section?

• Harp

• Double Bass

• Cello

• Viola

Which brass instrument is made from brass tubing coiled into a circle?

• Horn

• Tuba

• Trumpet

• Trombone

Which brass instrument is known for its bright and loud sound?

• Trumpet

• Trombone

• Horn

• Tuba

Which percussion instrument is also known as timpani?

• Bass Drum

• Kettle Drums

• Cymbals

• Triangle

Which percussion instrument is played by striking with a stick or mallet?

• Harp

• Flute

• Violin

• Xylophone

What is the final piece played by the orchestra in the video?

• A concerto

• A fugue

• A sonata

• A symphony