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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
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.
Swiss conductor Beat Raaflaub is 70 years old (birthdate: August 19, 1946).
When was Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra created?
Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra was created in 1962.
Rhapsody in Blue - George Gershwin. Piano is the solo instrument.
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.
Which section in a orchestra has the most instrument?
By numbers, it's the string section. A full-sized orchestra has around 60 string players
Which is the largest orchestral family?
The string family is the largest group in the orchestral family
When was Jann Arden Live with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra created?
Jann Arden Live with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra was created in 2002.
Why baritones are important to the orchestra?
Baritone horns are almost never used in orchestra. There is more likelihood of a euphonium , trombone or in some cases junior tuba being used as these are generally more flexible
How many parts each section of symphony orchestra is divided into?
in the 1st section there are 1
in the 2nd section trere are 1
in the 3rd section the are 11
in the last section there are 2
What other instrument would a flautist in the orchestra might be expected to play?
Piccolo (usually doubled by the 3rd flute)
How does the pianist face the audience when keyboarding?
The pianist is usually facing sideways compared to the audience, because the lid of the grand piano is open and facing them instead.
Where can one buy tickets to the Transsiberian Orchestra?
There are currently no up coming performances scheduled for the Trans Siberian Orchestra. However, Stub Hub and Ticketmaster are both outlets one can use to purchase tickets when there are performances available.
Where is the Sammamish Symphony Orchestra Association in Issaquah Washington located?
The address of the Sammamish Symphony Orchestra Association is: Po Box 1173, Issaquah, WA 98027-0044
What degree do you need to be in a symphony orchestra?
It's all about the audition, not the degree. That said, most people who make it into orchestras have graduate degrees in music performance.
Which instruments are part of the woodwind section of an orchestra?
Woodwind instruments are instruments that used to be made of wood. These include the flute, piccolo, oboe, english horn, clarinet, and bassoon. This is in order from highest to lowest sounding instrument.
Are traditional symphony orchestra musicians are permitted to improvise their parts?
Usually they are not. They play the notes as written in their printed parts. Starting in the 20th century some composers specifically ask for improvisation within certain set parameters, such as a specified number of measures, or a list of short motives the performer can play in whatever order s/he wants. Such moments of improvisation are always designated in the printed parts. Complete freedom to improvise is very rare.
What is the pianos roll in the orchestra?
Most frequently, the piano is used for a featured solo part, as in a concerto.
