1. Instruments of the orchestra
Established as the staple of the orchestra by the mid-17th Century, it carries the melodic burden of must baroque, classical and romantic music. ... In modern music the double bass features prominently in the plucked bass line of jazz trios. ... HARP The most highly developed form of one of the most elementary of all instruments, the lyre - played by the first musician of classical legend, Orpheus, and dating back to biblical times. ... The music of Berlioz, Verdi and Britten has splendid examples of trumpet choirs in full cry. HORN The horn joined classical and baroque orchestras, eithe...
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