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The harpsichord is a stringed, specifically plucked stringed, instrument, like a guitar.
Percussion instruments are those where you have to hit something to make the sound. So drums are percussive, obviously, but less obviously the piano is also percussion, because the sound is made by striking the strings. Harpsichord is not percussive because the strings are plucked, not struck.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 11y agoThere are different methods for classifying Musical Instruments and they do not agree with each other. Some would say that the harp is a percussion instrument as the strings are plucked percussively.
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∙ 14y agoNo, a harp is a strings instrument
A string instrument (or stringed instrument) is a musical instrument that produces sound by means of vibrating strings. In the Hornbostel-Sachs scheme of musical instrument classification, used in organology, they are called chordophones. The most common string instruments in the string family are guitar, violin, viola, cello, double bass, banjo, mandolin,Ukulele, and harp. A percussion instrument is usually struck with a stick, a hammer, or even the hand as examples.
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∙ 13y agoNo, a harp is actually a string instrument.
~No, actually harp is a percussion instrument. You pluck it. That makes it considered percussion. -iharp26
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∙ 8y agoNo a harp is a string instrument. A percussion instrument is an instument that produces a sound when struck; such as a drum or a bell.
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∙ 14y agono it is string
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∙ 9y agoNo, it is part of the string section
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To which section of the orchestra does the harp belong?
The harp is a solo string instrument, BUT it belongs to the percussion family in the orchestra, as it is used mostly for special effects.
What instrument family does the harp belong to?
The harp is a unique member of the stringed instrument family. Like other members of the string family, the harp's sound is produced by vibrating strings stretched between parts of a wooden frame or box. On a harp, the strings' vibrations are produced by being plucked by hand, while seven pedals at the bottom of the harp adjust the length of the strings to produce more notes.
What are the most common unbowed instrument in an symphony orchestra?
For one thing, "string instruments" and "stringed instruments" are not the same. String instruments are the viol family and stringed instruments are any instrument that has strings. The piano and harp both qualify.Now, the piano is a percussion instrument that has strings and the harp is an unbowed stringed instrument.
How would this instrument be classified Piano.?
The piano is a stringed instrument, as it is very similar the the harp, but on a piano the strings are attached to keys and when you press down on the key, a hammer strikes the string and plays the note. You can see this in action if you lift up the piano's lid
What kind of instrument is a tympani?
A tympani, also known as a kettle drum, is a percussion instrument.
To which section of the orchestra does the harp belong?
The harp is a solo string instrument, BUT it belongs to the percussion family in the orchestra, as it is used mostly for special effects.
What are some instruments that begin with the letter J?
Brass instrument: # JugFree reed instrument: # Jews Harp (or Jaw harp)String instrument: # Jiaohu (China)Auxiliary percussion: # Jam blocksLatin/Afro-Caribbean percussion: # JawboneDrum: # Janggu (Korea)jug
What musical instrument starts with the letter h?
Harmonica, Harpsichord, High Hat (percussion), Harp
What instrument family does the harp belong to?
The harp is a unique member of the stringed instrument family. Like other members of the string family, the harp's sound is produced by vibrating strings stretched between parts of a wooden frame or box. On a harp, the strings' vibrations are produced by being plucked by hand, while seven pedals at the bottom of the harp adjust the length of the strings to produce more notes.
What are the most common unbowed instrument in an symphony orchestra?
For one thing, "string instruments" and "stringed instruments" are not the same. String instruments are the viol family and stringed instruments are any instrument that has strings. The piano and harp both qualify.Now, the piano is a percussion instrument that has strings and the harp is an unbowed stringed instrument.
Is the pakhawaj a percussion instrument?
Yes it is a Percussion instrument.
What is percussion instrument?
An unpitched percussion instrument are the maracas.
How would this instrument be classified Piano.?
The piano is a stringed instrument, as it is very similar the the harp, but on a piano the strings are attached to keys and when you press down on the key, a hammer strikes the string and plays the note. You can see this in action if you lift up the piano's lid
What has the author Jurriaan Andriessen written?
Jurriaan Andriessen has written: 'Summer dances, for tuned percussion, harp, guitar and percussion' -- subject(s): Nonets (Guitar, harp, percussion)
When was the percussion instrument invented?
the percussion instrument was invented in the 5000bc
What kind of instrument is a tympani?
A tympani, also known as a kettle drum, is a percussion instrument.
The xylophone and the tympani are what kind of instrument?
They are classed as percussion instruments.
