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Quiz about The Saxophone
Quiz about The Saxophone

The Saxophone Trivia Quiz


If you play the saxophone, you will love this fun quiz! Try it now!

A multiple-choice quiz by kendar. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
kendar
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
20,450
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
2001
Last 3 plays: Guest 73 (7/10), Guest 124 (9/10), Guest 96 (8/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. Who invented the saxophone? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. What key is the Alto Saxophone in? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Which of the following artists is not a saxophone player? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Which saxophone manufacturer produces the 'Super Action 80' series? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Why are saxophones lacquered? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Which of the following saxophones produces the highest pitch? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. In what country are Keilwerth saxophones made? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. What is the name of the piece of wood attached to a saxophone mouthpiece? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Which of the following materials is not used to make saxophone mouthpieces? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Which politician has been known to play the saxophone? Hint



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Mar 26 2024 : Guest 73: 7/10
Mar 13 2024 : Guest 124: 9/10
Mar 10 2024 : Guest 96: 8/10
Mar 08 2024 : Guest 65: 7/10
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Mar 05 2024 : Guest 209: 8/10
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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Who invented the saxophone?

Answer: Adolph Sax

The saxophone is named after its inventor.
2. What key is the Alto Saxophone in?

Answer: E flat

Not all saxophones are in the same key.
3. Which of the following artists is not a saxophone player?

Answer: Miles Davis

Miles Davis is known for playing the trumpet.
4. Which saxophone manufacturer produces the 'Super Action 80' series?

Answer: Selmer

Selmer has produced the Super Action 80 Series 1, 2, and 3.
5. Why are saxophones lacquered?

Answer: To protect the instrument from corrosion

There is much debate over what effects different types of lacquers have on the sound.
6. Which of the following saxophones produces the highest pitch?

Answer: Sopranino

Smaller saxophones create higher pitches than larger saxophones.
7. In what country are Keilwerth saxophones made?

Answer: Germany

Keilwerth saxophones are handmade in Germany.
8. What is the name of the piece of wood attached to a saxophone mouthpiece?

Answer: Reed

Reeds are made of bamboo - not technically a wood, perhaps, as bamboo is a grass, but the source of the term "woodwind".
9. Which of the following materials is not used to make saxophone mouthpieces?

Answer: Cement

There are many different types of mouthpieces available for saxophones.
10. Which politician has been known to play the saxophone?

Answer: Bill Clinton

Playing the saxophone is an enjoyable hobby for many people.
Source: Author kendar

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