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Berlioz was the first use a tuba in a symphony (Symphonie Fantastique, circa 1830 - it's also the first major work to include the bass drum). I'm not sure about the English Horn, but maybe a double-reed play can help us out with that. The Saxophone is still not really considered a standard orchestral instrument. When it's needed, usually one of the orchestra's clarinetists will play it, or an outside player will be brought in for the part.

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What composer helped expand the size of orchestra?

Gustav Mahler is a composer known for significantly expanding the size of the orchestra in his symphonic works. His innovations included the use of larger string sections, expanded brass and woodwind instruments, and the incorporation of percussion, which added depth and complexity to orchestral sound. Mahler's compositions, particularly his symphonies, set new standards for orchestral scale and texture, influencing future generations of composers.


Is the saxophone acoustic?

It sometimes is used in orchestra, but is not as common as other woodwind instruments since it is a newer instrument. Much of the orchestra music that was written before the saxophone was invented. Therefore much classical music was not written with the saxophone in mind. Some arrangements have added in saxophones, but they are not as common. The woodwind family includes Clarinets, Oboes, Bassoons, Saxophones and several other instruments. There are sometimes pieces composed for orchestra and solo Sax. The sax has a rich, lively and very flexible sound in the hands of a master. You will find it in many settings as mentioned above, but you do not often find the sax in the older styles of orchestral music, even including some from the 20th century. The strongest sax voice is probably in jazz and more modern musical idioms.


What new instrument was added to the orchestra in the later part of the 18th century?

violin


How many piccolos are in a orchestra?

There is usually one piccolo in an orchestra, but the larger the orchestra, piccolos may need to be added.


When where instruments added to the orchestra?

Instruments have been added to the orchestra over centuries, with significant expansions occurring during the Baroque period (1600-1750) when strings and woodwinds became standard. The Classical period (1750-1820) saw the introduction of brass instruments and percussion, enhancing the orchestra's range and depth. The Romantic period (19th century) further expanded the orchestra with more diverse instruments and larger ensembles, establishing the modern symphony orchestra we recognize today. Each era contributed to the evolving sound and complexity of orchestral music.

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What is saxophone made out of?

Saxophones are made of brass. There are variations in the amounts of added copper or nickel. Hope that helps!


Is the saxophone acoustic?

It sometimes is used in orchestra, but is not as common as other woodwind instruments since it is a newer instrument. Much of the orchestra music that was written before the saxophone was invented. Therefore much classical music was not written with the saxophone in mind. Some arrangements have added in saxophones, but they are not as common. The woodwind family includes Clarinets, Oboes, Bassoons, Saxophones and several other instruments. There are sometimes pieces composed for orchestra and solo Sax. The sax has a rich, lively and very flexible sound in the hands of a master. You will find it in many settings as mentioned above, but you do not often find the sax in the older styles of orchestral music, even including some from the 20th century. The strongest sax voice is probably in jazz and more modern musical idioms.


What new instrument was added to the orchestra in the later part of the 18th century?

violin


How many piccolos are in a orchestra?

There is usually one piccolo in an orchestra, but the larger the orchestra, piccolos may need to be added.


Who added words to the English language in the Middle English period?

The Normans added words to the English language during their occupation.


What woodwind instruments are not in a orchestra?

Saxophones.


How do you spell composer in plural possessive form?

The plural is composers and the plural possessive form is composers' (just an apostrophe added).


When was the cello added to the orchestra?

to be loud and obnoxious. and require a very boring/fat person to operate the piece of junk.


What aspect of a composition is often added last with the intent of describing the mood and helping the future performer uncover the composer's intent?

style


What woodwind instruments are the most recent?

Yes the saxophone is the newest instrument to be added to the Woodwind section. I had to look this up for a Music test I needed.


What is the functions of banjo in simple orchestra?

The modern banjo was invented in America in the late 1800s so it didn't exist at the time when the traditional concept of an orchestra was being developed.The banjo was derived from African instruments made of dried gourds, which were essentially drums with strings pulled taut. Compositions for orchestras tended not to score for localised indigenous instruments, unless the composer was looking for a "particular" sound.That said, there's no reason it couldn't hold its own in an orchestra with its unique, sharp, and precise tones. Some banjo virtuosos such as Bela Fleck have performed and recorded classical compositions with great accuracy on the banjo.


What is the 1st letter added to the English alphabet?

All of the letters of the English alphabet were added at the same time, except: J, U, and W