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Musical Ensembles: Tamburitza, Orchestra, and Rock Band

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Which of the following is a characteristic of a tamburitza orchestra?

It is often used in modern pop music.
It consists of approximately one hundred musicians.
It primarily features brass instruments.
It typically includes three to ten musicians. (correct)

How does a philharmonic orchestra differ from a rock band in terms of instrumental sections?

A philharmonic orchestra focuses on loud, rhythmic music, while a rock band plays softer melodies.
A philharmonic orchestra includes string, brass, woodwind, and percussion sections, while a rock band typically uses electric guitars, bass guitars, drums, and keyboards. (correct)
A philharmonic orchestra primarily uses electronic instruments, while a rock band uses acoustic instruments.
A philharmonic orchestra is smaller in size compared to a rock band.

What role in a rock band is most likely to also play an instrument?

Drummer
Guitarist
Lead singer (correct)
Keyboard player

If a musical group consists of a violin, cello, trumpet, trombone, flute, clarinet, drums, and triangle, to which ensemble type does it likely belong?

Philharmonic Orchestra (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements correctly contrasts the tamburitza and rock band?

The tamburitza is rooted in folk music, while a rock band plays loud music with a strong rhythm. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the tamburitza from other string instruments regarding its origin and cultural significance?

It is an important instrument in traditional folk music in Croatia. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following groups is characterized by having electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, and keyboard?

Rock band (B) Signup and view all the answers

Compared to a rock band, what is a defining characteristic of a philharmonic orchestra's size?

A philharmonic orchestra usually has approximately one hundred musicians. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the number of strings on a tamburitza vary?

It can have four, five, six, or even more strings. (B) Signup and view all the answers

A musician plays violin, trumpet, and drums. In which ensemble types could they participate?

Philharmonic orchestra only (D) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is a tamburitza?

A string instrument important in Croatian folk music, with 3-10 musicians in an orchestra.

What is a philharmonic orchestra?

A large ensemble of about a hundred musicians, divided into string, brass, woodwind, and percussion sections.

What are typical instruments in a rock band?

A musical group with five members that usually includes electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, and keyboard. The fifth member is the lead singer.

Study Notes

The tamburitza is a string instrument featured prominently in Croatian folk music.
A tamburitza orchestra consists of 3-10 musicians.
The tamburitza is composed of 3 parts: a body, a neck, and a head.
Tamburitzas exists with varying numbers of strings, such as 4, 5, 6, or more.
A philharmonic orchestra includes approximately 100 musicians.
A philharmonic orchestra contains string, brass, woodwind, and percussion sections.
A string section (violin, cello).
A brass section (trumpet, trombone).
A woodwind section (flute, clarinet).
A percussion section (the drums, the triangle).
A typical rock band has 5 members.
The music a rock band plays has loud and rhythmic quality.
Electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, and keyboard are rock band instruments.
The lead singer is the fifth member of the rock band, who may play an instrument.

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