Beginning Orchestra Exam Review

The word "dynamics" describes:

• How fast or slow the music is
• How loud or soft the music is
• Which bow direction to use
• Which key to play in

Forte means to:

• Play loud
• Play soft
• Pluck the string
• Play near the fingerboard

Mezzo piano means to:

• Play very loud
• Play very soft
• Play medium soft
• Play medium loud

Select ALL of the following words that describe a dynamic:

• Fortissimo
• Crescendo
• Allegro
• Pianissimo

Identify the following symbol:

• Pizzicato
• Pianissimo
• Play with the bow
• Piano

Identify the following symbol. What is one way you would play it with the bow?

• Use lighter bow weight
• Play closer to the bridge
• Use short bow strokes
• Play near the tip of the bow

The word "arco" means to:

• Draw a bow and arrow
• Play with the bow
• Put the bow down
• Pluck the strings

The word "tempo" describes:

• How fast or slow to play the music
• How loud or soft to play the music
• How long to play a note
• Which part of the bow to use

All of the following words are examples of tempo EXCEPT:

• Moderato
• Slur
• Andante
• Allegro

Identify the following symbol:

• Accidental
• Flat
• Sharp
• Natural