Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

philharmonic orchestra

Noun

/ˌfɪl.ərˈmɒn.ɪk ɔːrˈkɛs.trə/

Definition

A large ensemble of musicians that performs classical music and is dedicated to the performance of symphonic works.

Examples

The New York Philharmonic is one of the oldest philharmonic orchestras in the United States.
During the concert, the philharmonic orchestra amazed the audience with its performance of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony.
She has been practicing her violin for years, hoping to play in a philharmonic orchestra.

Meaning

A philharmonic orchestra typically includes strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion instruments, and it often performs in a concert hall setting, offering a variety of concerts throughout the season.