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orchestral Definition

or·ches·tral (ôr kestrəl)

adjective

of, for, by, or like an orchestra

orchestral Related Forms

or·ches·trally adverb

orchestral Synonyms

orchestral

modif.

symphonic, operatic, instrumental, concert, philharmonic, scored for orchestra; see also musical 1.

orchestral Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • accompaniment: The Note Perfect training aids have an orchestral accompaniment with the voice part highlighted with piano.
  • repertoire: The orchestral repertoire for tenor is all too small.
  • concert: Has the project changed the way orchestral concerts will be marketed in the future?
  • playing: There was an orchestral group playing which was lovely.
  • score: James Bernard gives a standard orchestral score with a couple of Dracula cues.
  • conducting: Here he not only had organ lessons but also broadened his musical outlook by studying singing, orchestral conducting and composition.

Modifying Another Word

  • purely: Instead of sticking to a purely orchestral sound, however, innovative combinations of sounds flicker between songs like scenes in a film.
  • almost: It sounds almost orchestral in places, which is interesting.
  • very: He is capable of a very orchestral drumming style.
  • freelance: Other work includes numerous theater productions, private functions such as weddings, and freelance orchestral concerts.
  • mainly: Kitt hopes to become a professional trumpet player combining mainly orchestral playing with some solo performing.

Used with adjective complement

  • sound: It sounds almost orchestral in places, which is interesting.
  • include: American clarinetist Jean Johnson enjoys a varied musical career that includes orchestral, chamber, and solo performances.

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