Chords

Chords

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Performing Arts

4th Grade - University

Hard

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The video tutorial covers playing chords on a glockenspiel, focusing on proper hand positioning and memorizing note spacing. It begins with single mallet grip techniques, then moves to familiarizing with the keys, especially middle C. The tutorial explains playing arpeggios and chords, emphasizing the importance of playing notes together due to the glockenspiel's inability to sustain notes. It introduces multiple mallet grips and provides exercises for practicing spacing and intervals. The tutorial concludes with tips on memorizing intervals for efficient playing.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the correct way to hold a single mallet?

Hold it with the palm facing upwards

Grip it tightly with all fingers

Use only the thumb and index finger

Rest the remaining fingers underneath the mallet

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to know the location of middle C on the glockenspiel?

It helps in tuning the instrument

It is the starting point for finding other keys

It is the only note that can be played

It is used to adjust the volume

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a characteristic of the glockenspiel that affects how chords are played?

It automatically plays chords

It can sustain notes for a long time

It has a built-in metronome

It cannot sustain notes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where should the outside mallet be placed when using multiple mallets?

Between the thumb and index finger

Between the index and middle finger

Between the ring finger and middle finger

Between the pinky and ring finger

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of practicing intervals on the glockenspiel?

To increase the volume of the instrument

To improve the speed of playing

To memorize the spacing between notes

To learn new songs quickly