The orchestra
Example: The orchestra played beautiful music at the concert.
Definition
"The orchestra" refers to a large group of musicians who play various instruments together, typically including strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion, performing symphonies, operas, or other musical compositions as a unified ensemble.
Etymology
The term "the orchestra" originates from the Greek word 'orkhēstra,' which described the space in front of a stage where performers and chorus would dance and sing in ancient theaters. Over time, it came to denote the ensemble of musicians playing together, reflecting its roots in performance and music.
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"The orchestra" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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