Transposing Instruments Flashcards
1
Q
What key does the horn transpose to?
A
F or sometimes Bb - everything must be written a perfect fourth higher
2
Q
What instruments sound an octave lower than written?
A
Double Bass, Bass Guitar, Guitar
3
Q
What instruments sound an octave higher than written?
A
Piccolo and Xylophone
4
Q
What key does the clarinet transpose to?
A
Bb - everything must be written a tone higher
5
Q
What instruments transpose to A?
A
The A clarinet, the English horn, the A saxophone
6
Q
What is the cornet?
A
The cornet is a brass instrument similar to the trumpet but distinguished from it by its conical bore, more compact shape, and mellower tone quality
7
Q
What is the flugelhorn?
A
The flügelhorn, is a brass instrument that resembles the trumpet and cornet but has a wider, more conical bore.
