Understanding the Woodwind Family

This video tutorial explores the woodwind family of musical instruments, focusing on the flute, oboe, clarinet, and bassoon. It provides detailed descriptions of each instrument, including their construction, how they are played, and their roles in the orchestra. The video also explains the differences between single and double reed instruments and highlights the unique characteristics of each woodwind instrument. The tutorial concludes with a call to action for viewers to subscribe for more music lessons.

Which of the following instruments is not typically found in an orchestra?

• Flute

• Clarinet

• Saxophone

• Bassoon

What is the primary material used to make reeds for woodwind instruments?

• Bamboo

• Arundo donax

• Plastic

• Metal

Which woodwind instrument does not use a reed?

• Flute

• Oboe

• Clarinet

• Bassoon

What is the standard key of the concert flute?

• D

• F

• C

• G

What is the French origin of the word 'oboe'?

• Hautbois

• Haut

• Bois de musique

• Bois

Which instrument is closely related to the oboe and has a lower pitch range?

• Bassoon

• English horn

• Clarinet

• Piccolo

What is the only single reed instrument in the symphony orchestra?

• Flute

• Bassoon

• Oboe

• Clarinet

Which material is not commonly used to make clarinet bodies?

• Wood

• Plastic

• Metal

• Glass

How is the bassoon supported when played?

• By a neck strap

• By a seat strap

• By a floor stand

• By a shoulder rest

What is the length of a contrabassoon compared to a bassoon?

• Triple the length

• Half the length

• Same length

• Double the length