Episode of Series “Instruments of the band and orchestra”.
Explains that percussion instruments emphasise rhythm and provide special sound effects in marching bands, concert bands and orchestras. Includes demonstrations of the bass drum, snare drum, field drum, tympani, cymbals, tambourine, temple blocks, triangle, castanets, claves, gong, marimba, bells and chimes.
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ACMI Identifier
321771
Language
English
Subject categories
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Music - Instruction and study
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Music & Performing Arts → Bands (Music)
Music & Performing Arts → Music - Instruction and study
Music & Performing Arts → Musical instruments
Music & Performing Arts → Orchestral music
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)