Scottish Instruments Flashcards
1
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Bodhran
A
A Celtic wooden drum held in one hand and played with a wooden beater
2
Q
Bagpipes
A
A Scottish wind instrument which is known for its unique three drones that constantly play and its piercing sound
3
Q
Accordion
A
This instrument is usually associated with Scottish dance bands. This melody is played with right hand while the left plays a bass chord
4
Q
Fiddle
A
Scottish term for violin, it has a rougher sound to it. They can be found in ceilidhs or fiddle orchestra
5
Q
Clarsach
A
Small Celtic harp, similar to the orchestra harp but is only tuned to one scale.
6
Q
Flute
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Traditional flutes are made of wood and have 3-9 keys
7
Q
Tin whistle
A
High piercing sound
8
Q
Low whistle `
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An octave lower than the tin whistle and have a more sweet and gentle sound
