Instruments and their Characteristics Flashcards
1
Q
What are the registers of the clarinet?
A
chalumeau (low)
clarion or clarino (middle)
altissimo (high)
2
Q
What is the low E on the electric or upright bass in Hz and in Scientific Pitch Notation?
A
41.20 Hz
E1
3
Q
What is the low C string on a cello in Hz and in Scientific Pitch Notation?
A
65.4 Hz
C2
4
Q
How do you transpose concert pitch to Bb?
A
Add two sharps to the key signature
Play a whole tone higher.
5
Q
What is one thing you lose by playing quietly?
A
Overtones and therefore a lot of the instrument’s character.
6
Q
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