CSET Practice Test the Orchestra

15. This is played using a reed. But it’s made of brass. It’s a kind of a cross between a woodwind and a brass instrument. The instrument has a single reed and a mouthpiece like a clarinet, but it has a metal body with a flared bell. There are four major types of these instruments, each playing a different range of notes: soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone. This instrument make a strong, mellow sound.

A. Saxophone

B. Flute

C. Clarinet

D. Trombone

16. Players, in this section, produce sound by blowing into the mouthpiece of the instrument. To set the air in motion, they “buzz” their lips together. Their lips are acting much like the reeds of the woodwinds. The orchestra usually has one or two of each of these instruments, and sometimes more. These instruments are loud and their tone carries a long way. For this reason, they are often used in military bands, which play outside much of the time. These instruments are long metal tubes that flare at the far end. Because they are so long, the tubes are bent and folded into compact shapes so they can be held more easily.

A. The Woodwind Section

B. The Brass Section

C. The String Section

D. Saxophone

17. This instrument has a velvety, round tone color that projects well across other instruments without overpowering them. Its long tube is wound in a circle, and flares out into a big bell. The valves and their extra tubing are in the center of the circle. Players left hand works the valves that help to change the pitch, and the right hand is held inside the bell. Players can vary the volume, pitch and tone of the horn by how they move their right hand inside the bell.

A. Saxophone

B. Trumpet

C. Clarinet

D. French Horn