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There are two main reasons. First is that percussion instruments are generally loud, and would cover up other sections. Second is that percussionists are often responsible for more than one part in a piece, and frequently have to be able to move from one instrument to another.
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Where do brass instruments sit in an orchestra?
In the back, but in front of the percussion.
Why are the percussion instruments at th eback of the orchestra?
They are at the back because they are pound instruments. Sometimes they go to the sides as well. They are also in the back because the percussion players stand up and if they were in the front of the orchestra, you wouldn't be able to see the rest of the orchestra playing.
What are the orchestra's instruments?
in a string orchestra the instruments are: Bass Violin Viola Cello.
Why are string instruments at the front of the orchestra?
They sit in front because wind instruments are louder, so winds are further back.
What has the author Madeau Stewart written?
Madeau Stewart has written: 'Instruments of the Orchestra' 'The music lover's guide to the instruments of the orchestra' -- subject(s): Musical instruments, Orchestra
Why are the brass instruments in an orchestra positioned where they are?
i dont know but i think near the back because it is loouder to hear than the instruments at the front
What are the ratings and certificates for Instruments of the Orchestra - 1946?
Instruments of the Orchestra - 1946 is rated/received certificates of: UK:U
What family of instruments are usually found at the back of the orchestra?
Percussion instruments are at the very back, usually played standing. The last row of seated instruments is usually the lower brass - French horns, trombones, and tuba.
What is number 2.2.2.2 -4.3.3.1 for orchestra?
the number especifies how many instruments is the score written for, the first four shows the windwoods: flute, oboe, clarinet and basson, the last four are for the brasses: horns, trumpets, trombon, tuba. Usually after thas the information indicates percusion and strings
To which section of the orchestra does the triangle belong?
The humble triangle rightly belongs to the percussion section.
Which reed instruments are you unlikely to find in a symphony orchestra?
Saxophones are reed instruments not normally found in a symphony orchestra.
What famaily does the orchestra belong in?
The orchestra is not a group of instruments - it contains groups of instruments such as woodwind, brass, strings and percussion.
