Keyboard Instruments 2

In what century was the piano invented?

• 17th century

• 18th century

• 19th century

• 20th century

What was its main advantage over earlier keyboard instruments?

• You can close the lid

• You can play more notes

• You can play a range of dynamics

• You can wheel it around

What does the name “pianoforte” mean?

• quiet loud

• fast slow

• high low

• front back

How does it make its sound?

• The strings are plucked

• The strings are bowed

• The strings are struck with felt hammers

How is the sound of the accordion made?

• Air is blown across a bamboo reed

• Air is blown across a plastic reed

• Air is blown across a wooden reed

• Air is blown across a metal reed