The Orchestra

An orchestra is a group of musicians playing instruments together

There are two types of orchestras: Small and Large

A small orchestra is known as a chamber orchestra and consists of 30/40 musicians

A large orchestra is known as a symphony orchestra and can have up to 100 musicians

The Conductor

The conductor is the leader or “boss” of the orchestra

The role of the conductor is to ensure all players play together to create the correct balance and ensure everyone can be heard

They also encourages the orchestra to play with the same kind of feeling

4 Families of the Orchestra

• String Family
• Woodwind Family
• Brass Family
• Percussion Family

https://youtu.be/EfedK-dqXWc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGDh3_l55ug

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  1. Flute
  2. Piccolo
  3. Trumpet
  4. Cello
  5. Bass Drum
  6. Timpani
  7. Clarinet
  8. Oboe
  9. Glockenspiel
  10. Violin
  11. Double Bass
  12. Xylophone
  13. Horn
  14. Snare Drum
  15. Tuba