Orchestra and Conductor

What is the role of a conductor in an orchestra?

• To play a musical instrument

• To direct the musicians and keep the tempo

• To compose music for the orchestra

• To manage the finances of the orchestra

What does the conductor use to signal the tempo to the orchestra members?

• A baton

• A microphone

• A whistle

• A guitar

What does the conductor use their left hand for?

• To keep the beat

• To signal the style and mood of the piece

• To play an instrument

• To conduct the audience

Why is it important for the conductor to unite the orchestra into one unit?

• To showcase their individual interpretations

• To create an environment where players listen to each other

• To increase the number of musicians in the orchestra

• To compete with other orchestras

What is the conductor's role as the "face" of the orchestra?

• To play a solo performance

• To manage the logistics of the orchestra

• To represent the orchestra to the public

• To choose the repertoire for the orchestra

What is an orchestra?

• A group of singers

• A group of dancers

• An ensemble of musical artists who play music with their instruments

• A group of actors

How many players are typically in a chamber orchestra?

• 30

• 50

• 75

• 100

What are the four main instrument groups in an orchestra?

• String, brass, woodwind, and percussion

• Piano, guitar, drums, and saxophone

• Trumpet, flute, violin, and cello

• Vocal, keyboard, wind, and drums

How do brass instruments create sound?

• By vibrating strings

• By creating vibrations with the lips

• By blowing air through a reed

• By hitting or shaking the instrument

What type of music do orchestras usually play?

• Rock and roll

• Jazz

• Classical

• Pop