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INTRODUCTION This section of The Sound Exchange explores the
orchestra using Philharmonia players to demonstrate their instruments
and hundreds of clips from Philharmonia CDs to show how composers write
for the orchestra. There are a wide range of activities and ways to begin
exploring the instruments, the sections and the history of the orchestra.
Enjoy! |
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Listen to CD clips and learn about the sections of the orchestra: woodwind, brass, percussion and strings. |  |
In addition to interviews with Philharmonia players we are interviewing some of the world's top conductors and soloists. | ||
| Phil's Instrument World | History | ||||
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Explore the world of music with Phil and find out what instrument Tutenkhamun used to play! |  |
A potted history of the orchestra from ancient times to the present day. | ||
| Know All! | Guess What? | ||||
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Musical quizzes for all abilities. How much do you know about the orchestra? |  |
Can you identify this instrument? Listen to a clue. Try some more - fun for all ages. | ||
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Forum Ask your questions about the instruments, composing, performing or orchestral life. |
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Byron Fulcher