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it usually depends on the type and size; Usually one, sometimes 2; I have played where I'm the only harpist, and other times where it is a harp enselmble or orcchrestra where everybody plays the harp.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 13y agoSometimes.
True ... if the harp is to be used, it will be called out in the instrument list by the composer of the work. It's the composer who determines which and how many of each type of instrument will be used in their works.
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∙ 13y agothere r hundreds OR thousands of types of harps
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∙ 14y agoThe modern orchestral harp typically has 47 strings.
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∙ 13y agoThere is normally 2 harps in a symphony orchestra
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∙ 11y agoOne or two.
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How many harps are in Saint Saens requiem?
There are 4 harps used in Saint-Saëns' requiem
Why are harps not in the orchestra?
The harp isn't used in every composition written for classical music ... a harp part has to exist for it to be used as part of the orchestral ensemble. Sometimes it is used as a solo instrument. Sometimes it is used to add color (ie. glissandi) to a composition. Some composers double the harp part in piano or other instruments.
How many violins are used in a modern orchestra?
it depends on how big the orchestra is. there is no set number.
Can harps be used in Welsh folk songs?
yes
How many strings does a harp instrument have?
The Full-size Grand Concert Harps (the kind used in an orchestra) has 47 strings, Concert harps with 46 strings are called "Semi-Grand" An "octave" of strings in Harpist terminology is seven strings running from F in the bass to E in the treble. The octave numbering system used by pedal harpists starts with Octave 7 note C. The octave number gets lower as the each E is passed, ending at zero octave G. There are also pedal harps with fewer strings, usually 44 (from low D to high E). These are either antique instruments, or intended for students.Other types of harps, such as traditional folk harps or historical instruments, can haveany number of strings within a fairly large range, from small Celtic lap harps or Medieval harps with hardly over a dozen strings, to large chromatic triple harps with a number of strings in the nineties.there is 4747Well yes and no. It depends on what type of harp it is.-the lap harp has 19 strings-lever can have 19-38-then pedal harps have 40-47 strings
How many harps are in Saint Saens requiem?
There are 4 harps used in Saint-Saëns' requiem
Why are harps not in the orchestra?
The harp isn't used in every composition written for classical music ... a harp part has to exist for it to be used as part of the orchestral ensemble. Sometimes it is used as a solo instrument. Sometimes it is used to add color (ie. glissandi) to a composition. Some composers double the harp part in piano or other instruments.
How many string are on a harp?
Harps come in many sizes. A concert pedal harp (the kind used in orchestras) usually has 47 strings. Some student pedal harps have 40 strings. Large lever harps have 27 to 38 strings. Small harps have 19 to 26 strings.
What section of an orchestra is a tenor saxophone?
Saxophones are not normally used in orchestras. There are exceptions, however, and when they are used, they are in the woodwind section.
How many violins are used in a modern orchestra?
it depends on how big the orchestra is. there is no set number.
How many harmonicas are used in full orchestra?
Free
Can harps be used in Welsh folk songs?
yes
How many strings does a harp instrument have?
The Full-size Grand Concert Harps (the kind used in an orchestra) has 47 strings, Concert harps with 46 strings are called "Semi-Grand" An "octave" of strings in Harpist terminology is seven strings running from F in the bass to E in the treble. The octave numbering system used by pedal harpists starts with Octave 7 note C. The octave number gets lower as the each E is passed, ending at zero octave G. There are also pedal harps with fewer strings, usually 44 (from low D to high E). These are either antique instruments, or intended for students.Other types of harps, such as traditional folk harps or historical instruments, can haveany number of strings within a fairly large range, from small Celtic lap harps or Medieval harps with hardly over a dozen strings, to large chromatic triple harps with a number of strings in the nineties.there is 4747Well yes and no. It depends on what type of harp it is.-the lap harp has 19 strings-lever can have 19-38-then pedal harps have 40-47 strings
Who used ancient Egyptian harps?
An ancient Egyptian harpist
What instruments were not normally included in the classical orchestra?
well there were no acoustics in the time of mozart and beethoven so guitar and cello were not likely to be used. violins were not used as much as they sound they were because they were only used for higher pitched purposes. also flute has only been used in orchestra about 7 times
How often does the biggest orchestra play?
The largest orchestra? Actually, the size of any orchestra is determined by the composer who will specifically call out which and how many of each instrument is to be used when playing his/her work. Orchestra sizes range from about 40 to 110 members in all. Not all are used for every work.
How many snare drums are used in an orchestra?
Usually one, if any.
