Grade 5 Music Theory - Musical Instruments

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In each of the ABRSM grade 5 music theory exam, there are at least 10 marks that are related to questions about musical instruments. So be prepared if you are going to take the grade 5 theory exam!
Regina Pratley
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Question 1

Question
The flute is the highest-sounding member of the woodwind family of orchestral instruments, what is the lowest-sounding member of this family?
Answer
  • tuba
  • bassoon
  • double bass
  • clarinet

Question 2

Question
The double bass is the lowest-sounding member of the string family of orchestral instruments, what is the highest-sounding member of this family?
Answer
  • violin
  • viola
  • oboe
  • flute

Question 3

Question
The tuba is the lowest-sounding member of the brass family of orchestral instruments, what is the highest-sounding member of this family?
Answer
  • oboe
  • clarinet
  • horn
  • trumpet

Question 4

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Which instrument uses the alto clef?
Answer
  • violin
  • viola
  • cello
  • bassoon

Question 5

Question
Which instrument uses the tenor clef sometimes?
Answer
  • double bass
  • oboe
  • trumpet
  • bassoon

Question 6

Question
Which percussion instrument could produce definite pitch?
Answer
  • triangle
  • snare drum
  • timpani
  • bass drum

Question 7

Question
Is this statement correct? "The oboe is a transposing instrument."
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 8

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Is this statement correct? "The bassoon is a single-reed instrument."
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 9

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Is this statement correct? "The cello sometimes uses the tenor clef."
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 10

Question
The voice between tenor and bass is...
Answer
  • soprano
  • alto
  • baritone
  • mezzo-soprano
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