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Friday 30 July 2010

Sections of the Orchestra

How to get more involved in classical music

Conductor

He can wave a stick - but what does it mean?

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Strings

The greedy strings get to hog the best tunes...

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Woodwind

In truth, often not made of wood at all.

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Brass

The brass don't like playing loudly... they love it.

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Percussion

The most agile musicians in the whole orchestra.

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