Name These Musical Instruments
Which family does the piano belong to?
- The piano is classified as a percussion instrument because the sound is produced by hammers striking strings when keys are pressed.
What is the smallest member of the violin family?
- Of these options, the violin is the smallest member of the violin family.
What is the largest instrument in the brass family?
- The tuba is the largest and lowest-pitched instrument in the brass family.
Which instrument is known as the "king of instruments"?
- The organ is often referred to as the "king of instruments" due to its ability to produce sounds across wide ranges of both pitch and volume.
Which woodwind instrument uses a double reed?
- The oboe uses a double reed, which vibrates to produce sound when blown into.
What are the four main types of saxophones?
- The four main types of saxophones are the Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Baritone.
Which string instrument is played with a bow and has four strings?
- The violin is played with a bow and has four strings.
What is the name of the Japanese floor drum?
- The Taiko is a traditional Japanese drum that is often played while being placed on the floor.
Which instrument did jazz musician Miles Davis famously play?
- Miles Davis was a renowned jazz musician known for his trumpet playing.
What is the main material used to make a didgeridoo?
- Didgeridoos are traditionally made from eucalyptus trees hollowed out by termites.
