Recorder Instrument Knowledge Assessment

Miss Whitehead discusses the history and evolution of the recorder, a woodwind instrument popular from the 12th to 18th centuries. The recorder was eventually replaced by the flute in orchestras due to its limited dynamic range. However, it regained popularity in the 20th century, especially in educational settings. The video explores various types of recorders, from the small garklein to the large sub contrabass, and showcases performances by different recorder ensembles.

What type of instrument is the recorder classified as?

• String

• Percussion

• Woodwind

• Brass

Which two composers were known for writing music for the recorder during the Baroque period?

• Vivaldi and Tchaikovsky

• Chopin and Liszt

• Bach and Handel

• Mozart and Beethoven

Why did the transverse flute replace the recorder in orchestras by the 18th century?

• It was easier to play

• It was cheaper to produce

• It had a broader dynamic range

• It was more portable

What sparked the renewed interest in the recorder around 1925?

• A government music program

• A famous musician's endorsement

• Interest in Renaissance and Baroque music

• A new design of the recorder

Which skill is NOT typically developed by learning to play the recorder?

• Embouchure development

• Fingering skills

• Breath support

• Sight-reading

What is the smallest type of recorder called?

• Tenor

• Garklein

• Alto

• Soprano

How long is the sub contrabass recorder?

• Six feet

• Two feet

• Ten feet

• Four inches

Which recorder is most commonly used by beginners?

• Bass

• Alto

• Tenor

• Soprano

What is a group of recorders playing together called?

• Orchestra

• Band

• Consort

• Ensemble

Which type of recorder is featured in the example of the smallest recorder sound?

• Garklein

• Soprano

• Bass

• Alto