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Orchestra

An orchestra, sometimes referred to as a concert orchestra, is a large musical ensemble containing string, brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments.

424 Questions

How many cymbals are there in the orchestra?

Most pieces that use them only require one pair of crash cymbals. Some pieces also use a suspended cymbal.

What orchestra chairs are the most important?

In any instrument section, the first chair is the most important position. The solo parts of orchestral compositions are played by them. The first chair of first violin, "concertmaster", is also responsible for the string section as an 'assistant conductor'.

What do you call the person leading the orchestra with a wand?

It's called a baton, not a wand, and that person is the conductor.

What orchestral piece usually precedes a opera or an oratorio?

It's called an "overture." It's usually not too long, and there's no singing.

Was mendelssohn the first to stand and conduct in front of the orchestra?

No, there are stories of composers such as Jean-Baptiste Lully, living in the mid 1600s, who were known to conduct ensembles - nearly 200 years before Mendelssohn.

How Can you play single player mode of red orchestra ostfront 41-45?

There is a single player mode in this game that is designed mainly for practice.

How many celestas are in an orchestra?

Generally only one, if the piece calls for it.

What section is a trumpet in an orchestra?

The trumpet is part of the brass section.

When was Alabama Symphony Orchestra created?

Alabama Symphony Orchestra was created in 1933.

When was Taichung City Symphony Orchestra created?

Taichung City Symphony Orchestra was created in 2003.

How many players in a modern orchestra?

The size of an orchestra varies greatly based on the number of players available and necessary for each piece. However, there is a "standard" orchestration that many pieces follow in order to stay consistent. This includes -

Woodwinds: 2 Flutes + 2 Oboes + 2 Clarinets + 2 Bassoons = 8

Brass: 4 Trumpets + 3 French Horns + 3 Trombones + 1 Tuba = 11

Strings: 16 Violin 1 + 14 Violin 2 + 12 Viola + 10 Cello + 8 Bass = 60

Percussion: Varies greatly based on each piece, about 0 - 10

Other: Piano, Harp, Organ, and a few others. About 0 - 5 based on the piece

Total: 79 - 94 based on the size of the percussion and keyboard sections.

Remember, this is a rough estimate since every orchestra and piece contains different numbers of each instrument. The orchestra is an extremely flexible ensemble in terms of size!

What family is at the back of the orchestra?

The percussion family is at the back of the orchestra.

How many kettle drums are there in an orchestra?

There are usually four kettle drums in an orchestra

What instrument is the most attention getters in the entire orchestra?

It really depends on the part, the mood, and how the instruments are being played. Overall though, drums tend to have the ability to overpower the other instruments if not played carefully. They also often help set the rhythm for the rest of the orchestra, and can set the scene for dramatic moments.

What is the duration of Orchestra Rehearsal?

The duration of Orchestra Rehearsal is 1.17 hours.

How old is Beat Raaflaub?

Swiss conductor Beat Raaflaub is 70 years old (birthdate: August 19, 1946).

When was Benda Chamber Orchestra created?

Benda Chamber Orchestra was created in 1956.

Which genres does the Trans Siberian Orchestra perform?

Trans Siberian Orchestra plays orchestral music, though it does bend the definition of "orchestral" to include elements of the rock genre.