Musical Ensembles

True or False: Ensembles need to have more than 5 members.

• True

• False

A musical ensemble is:

• A song that is written down.

• Someone who leads the orchestra.

• A group of musicians performing as a group.

• An instrument that does not fit in a family.

The 3 main types of large ensembles are:

• Band

• Orchestra

• Choir

• Duet

• Quartet

True or False: All ensembles need a conductor.

• True

• False

True or False: A musical ensemble can include instruments from different families.

• True

• False

True or False: Ensembles can include instruments and voices from the same family.

• True

• False

Which type of large ensemble do you like to listen to the most? Band, Choir, or Orchestra?

Which ensemble can you see yourself playing or singing in for 6th grade and beyond? Choir, Band, or Orchestra?