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The Orchestra
How much do you know about the instruments and configuration of an orchestra?
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Quiz ID: #26191
Category:
Music
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Classical
Submitted By:
dswilborn
Question #1
Which of the following instruments is not part of the brass section of an orchestra?
Tuba
English horn
French horn
Trombone
Trumpet
Question #2
The principal violinist is also known as the concertmaster.
True
False
Question #3
When tuning, from which instrument do the other instruments get their pitch?
Flute
Violin
Oboe
Cello
Question #4
In a typical symphonic orchestra, the woodwinds are seated in front of the strings.
True
False
Question #5
What instrument is situated between the violin and the cello sections?
Viola
Double bass
Harpsichord
Clarinet
Question #6
Which of these instruments is rarely found in a symphony orchestra?
Bassoon
Trombone
Saxophone
Double bass
Question #7
The bassoon was first incorporated into the orchestra by Mozart.
True
False
Question #8
Percussion instruments are usually placed at the rear of the orchestra.
True
False
Question #9
Which of the following instruments is usually played standing?
Cello
Trumpet
Double bass
Viola
Question #10
Which of the following is a true statement about a chamber orchestra?
Chamber orchestras have no conductor.
Chamber orchestras play only Baroque music.
Chamber orchestras are smaller than symphonic orchestras.
Chamber orchestras do not use percussion.
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