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What type of music is marimba?
The Marimba is used in jazz ensembles,solo performances, woodwind ensembles, marimba concertos,marching bands,drum and bugle corps, and orchestral compositions.
What is a marimba?
it is used as a musical instrument from the percussion family. Today, marimbas are seen in professional symphonies, playing a wide variety of classical and contemporary music. Most concert bands also use marimbas to fullfill a wide variety of sound effects and tone colorings. marimbas are also a staple instrument in the marching band's indoor or outdoor front ensemble. Their wide range of dynamics and secial effects as well as their ability to carry both melody and harmony lines make the marimba an valuable intrument for groups who aim at putting on a good show. Another major way the marimba is used today is by solo performances. This is the realm in which the marimba is best appreciated among the musically trained. (Will Smith)
Are xylophones used in a jazz band?
Vibraphones are considerably more common, as a rhythm or solo instrument. Jazz xylophone and marimba soloists are out there, though.
What are the materials used to make a marimba instrument?
A marimba is a musical instrument that looks like a xylophone. It was first made in southern Mexico. The material to make them can be either metal or wood, and rosewood is the best wood to create this instrument with.
Where does the marimba originate from?
The marimba is a mallet percussion instrument looks similar to the xylophone, though it is completely in terms of sound, function and technique. The main difference is the shape in which the bar (or key) is cut. Both of them have a smooth top, creating a flat playing surface but the difference comes in the was the bottom is cut. The bottom of the bars on a xylophone is cut with an elongated "m" shape which gives it a piercing staccato sound making it ideal for loud melodic lines, especially in a solo context. The marimba, on the other hand, is cut with more of an "n" shape which gives is a rounder, mellow tone which makes is ideal for rolling chords and playing countermelodies. The marimba has been used for many, many years in many different cultures as a folk instrumennt so it is difficult to pin down an inventor. The marimba has been used in the traditional music of such cultures as El Salvador, Guatamala and Costa Rica. It is believed to have originated in west AFRICA blieve it dont think it is true though sorry got the info from a diff. sight i will try and get back on wit the real info.
What are those things that you measure weight with called?
Those things are called scales. Scales are devices used to measure the weight or mass of an object.
What type of music is marimba?
The Marimba is used in jazz ensembles,solo performances, woodwind ensembles, marimba concertos,marching bands,drum and bugle corps, and orchestral compositions.
What are the thin staps used to control a horse called?
those straps are called reins, if you mean the things that you steer with
Is the marimba a artifact?
No, the marimba is not considered an artifact. It is a musical instrument that originated in Africa and is now widely used in various music genres around the world.
What are those wooden things called that were used to hang people?
The wooden frame from which people were hung was called a Gallows or a Gibbet.
What are the instruments used in a Jamaican mento band?
The instruments used in a mento band are banjo, guitar, marimba, rumba box handrums etc.
What are those contraceptives?
Things used for birth control.
What is a marimba?
it is used as a musical instrument from the percussion family. Today, marimbas are seen in professional symphonies, playing a wide variety of classical and contemporary music. Most concert bands also use marimbas to fullfill a wide variety of sound effects and tone colorings. marimbas are also a staple instrument in the marching band's indoor or outdoor front ensemble. Their wide range of dynamics and secial effects as well as their ability to carry both melody and harmony lines make the marimba an valuable intrument for groups who aim at putting on a good show. Another major way the marimba is used today is by solo performances. This is the realm in which the marimba is best appreciated among the musically trained. (Will Smith)
What is science of fruits and seeds called?
Carpology is the term used to refer to the science of fruits and seeds. It's the branch of botany that studies those things specifically.
What instruments are used in the musical mamma mia?
There were several instruments used in the musical entitled Mamma Mia. These include the marimba, piano, guitar, drums, and bass.
What are those shoulder things on jackets called the things that look llike they were used to hold gloves in World War 2?
I think you're referring to an epaulet (also spelled epaulette). Search that word for pictures.
If you buy things from Amazon or eBay have those things been used before?
Amazon: Yes and No EBay: Always used before
