Trumpet - Instrument Quiz

How much do you know about the trumpet?

Information from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trumpet

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Which family of instruments does the trumpet belong to?

Brass

What is the most commonly used type of trumpet?

B♭ Trumpet

How many valves can be found on a trumpet?

Three

Gold and silver trumpets were found in the tomb of which famous pharaoh?

Tutankhamun

The herald trumpet goes by which other name?

Fanfare trumpet

Which instrument, distinguished by its conical bore, is often mistaken for the trumpet?

Cornet

What device can be fitted to a trumpet to alter it's sound?

Mute

What is the name of the extended technique that involves sliding smoothly between notes?

Glissando

Which 20th century jazz artist, nicknamed 'Satchmo,' was known for his skill on the trumpet?

Louis Armstrong

In which U.S. city can a statue of the above be found?

New Orleans

Which type of trumpet has the highest range?

Piccolo trumpet

And which has the lowest?

Bass trumpet

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2 Comments

Level 23

Aug 20, 2025

Surprisingly accessible quiz, good job!

Level 52

Nov 15, 2025

Can you accept Bb for B flat?