Exploring Instrument Families

Exploring Instrument Families

Grade 1st Grade · Music · 30 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can sort instruments into families based on how they make sound.

Warm-Up Video

Sydney Opera House · 6:02

George Meets the Orchestra | An Introduction to the Orchestra for Children

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    An orchestra is a group of musicians that play instruments together.

  • 2

    The four families of instruments in an orchestra are strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion.

  • 3

    The conductor keeps all of the musicians in time and in tune.

Practice Questions

3 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Name one instrument that belongs to the string family.

Complete Lesson Package

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