Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
orchestra
noun
/ˈɔːrkɪstrə/
Definition
A large group of musicians who play different instruments together, typically including strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion.
Examples
- The orchestra played a beautiful symphony at the concert hall.
- She joined the school orchestra to improve her skills on the violin.
- The conductor raised his baton, signaling the orchestra to begin.
Meaning
An orchestra creates music as a collective unit, often performing classical compositions and modern pieces in concerts and televised events.
Synonyms
- band
- ensemble
- musical group
