Piano fun facts

Question 1

How many keys does the piano have?

Answer 1

88 keys

Question 2

True or False: The piano was invented over 300 years ago.

Answer 2

True.

Question 3

What are the two main types of pianos?

Answer 3

Grand pianos and upright pianos.

Question 4

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a famous piano composer? A) Beethoven B) Picasso C) Van Gogh

Answer 4

A) Beethoven.

Question 5

What does the term ‘forte’ mean in music?

Answer 5

Loud.

Question 6

True or False: The piano can play both melody and harmony.

Answer 6

True.

Question 7

Fill in the blank: The first piano was called the ______.

Answer 7

The pianoforte.

Question 8

Short answer: how does a piano produce its sound?

Answer 8

Hammers striking strings.

Question 9

What do the pedals on a piano do?

Answer 9

Sustain and soften. (Bonus: the third one only sustains the notes below middle C)

Question 10

Which instrument family does the piano belong to?
A) string instruments
B) percussion instruments
C) both

Answer 10

C) both

Question 11

Which keyboard instrument came before the piano?

Answer 11

Harpsichord