The orchestral instruments

A series of playful videos on how the instruments used in a symphony orchestra function and sound. The videos can be used in the classroom and are primarily intended for students in grades 1-3 – but curious people of all ages can benefit from them! The series about the orchestral instruments is produced with the support of Konserthuset Stockholm's main sponsor SEB.

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The piano

The piano is an entire orchestra in itself – but sometimes its sound is a part of the big symphony orchestra. I would not want to miss that experience for anything! says the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic's own pianist.

For the younger

The harp

The sheer sounds of the harp and the beautiful form of the instrument fascinate many. But how do you really go about to play the harp – with all its functions? The harpist of the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra will show you.

For the younger

The percussion

Put simply, percussion instruments are any instruments you strike, whether with sticks or with your hands. At least 500 instruments are considered percussion instruments – and new ones appear all the time!

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The tuba

The tuba is so big that it works really great to pack clothes within it when going on tour – did you know about that?! The tuba player of the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra reveals this and other secrets in the video about the tuba.

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The trombones

The most typical feature of the trombone is that the tones can be changed continuously by means of a telescoping slide mechanism – it's called glissando. The trombone players of the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra show how it works!

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The trumpets

The trumpet has a bright and clear tone, which can be heard very clearly. Perhaps you have heard the trumpet playing a grand fanfare? But it can do much more!

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The french horns

From the cow horn to the symphony orchestra's heart! Join us on a journey through the history of the horn, and listen and learn about the many different variations of the instrument.

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The bassoons

The Bare Necessities! The bassoon players of the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra play the famous Baloo song – and many other tunes – when they showcase their fantastic instruments.

The orchestral instruments

The piano

The harp

The percussion

The tuba

The trombones

The trumpets

The french horns

The bassoons

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