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Can a traditional symphony orchestra have more than 100 players?
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∙ 6y ago
Of course! You'd be surprised, actually, by just how many people play in a symphony orchestra.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 7y agoIt's possible, but not common, for a traditional orchestra to have more than 100 players.
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∙ 7y agoA full symphony has approximately 80 musicians.
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∙ 6y agoIt's quite possible, but not common. The size usually peaks at around 80.
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∙ 7y agoIt's possible, yes, but the modern standard is closer to 80.
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Is someone who plays in a Sinfonia orchestra more skilled than a person who plays in a philharmonic orchestra?
The names "symphony orchestra" and "philharmonic orchestra" are synonymous regarding both size of band and quality of players and music-making. The name "sinfonia" would imply that an orchestra is smaller - probably using fewer string players but this is not always the case.
Which section of the orchestra has the most amount of players?
The percussion section has more different instruments than other sections.Strings: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Harp.Woodwinds: Piccolo, Flute, Oboe, English Horn, Clarinet, , Bassoon, sometimes Saxophone.Brass: Trumpet, Trombone, Horn, TubaPercussion: Piano, Snare drum, Bass drum, Bells, Chimes, Cymbals, Tam-tam, Xylophone, and others.But in terms of the number of each instrument, as well as the number of players, the string section has far more than the other sections. More than half the players in an orchestra are string players.
Is a symphony the same as an orchestra?
Not really... although the terms are generally used synonomously, these days. An orchestra is defined as an ensemble of different families of instruments. So, that could include concert bands, big bands and the jazz orchestra (big band, 2 horns and strings), among others. A symphony is a specific musical form, usually played by a (fairly) specific ensemble. So, the term "symphony orchestra" is literally an ensemble capable of playing that kind of piece... thus the modern symphony orchestra. Generally, the term "symphony orchestra" is more specific, when talking about the classical ensemble.
Who was the conductor of London's symphony orchestra from 1970 to 2001?
If you are referring to the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO), the answer is that it had several principal conductors during that period: Previn, Abbado, Tilson Thomas, and Davis. If you are referring to another symphony orchestra located in London (it has more than one!) please say which one.
How many trumpets are in an orchestra?
It depends on several things. What type of orchestra? In a jazz orchestra, it's usually 4 but there are sometimes 5. In a symphony orchestra, on any given song it can be as few as 0 or 1 or 2, or as many as 10 or more. Some songs have no brass parts, some call for 1 or 2 trumpets, some call for 8 or 10. Symphony orchestra usually have 3 or 4 "regular" trumpet players, and then they have alternates that they call when needed.
Is someone who plays in a Sinfonia orchestra more skilled than a person who plays in a philharmonic orchestra?
The names "symphony orchestra" and "philharmonic orchestra" are synonymous regarding both size of band and quality of players and music-making. The name "sinfonia" would imply that an orchestra is smaller - probably using fewer string players but this is not always the case.
Which section of the orchestra has the most amount of players?
The percussion section has more different instruments than other sections.Strings: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Harp.Woodwinds: Piccolo, Flute, Oboe, English Horn, Clarinet, , Bassoon, sometimes Saxophone.Brass: Trumpet, Trombone, Horn, TubaPercussion: Piano, Snare drum, Bass drum, Bells, Chimes, Cymbals, Tam-tam, Xylophone, and others.But in terms of the number of each instrument, as well as the number of players, the string section has far more than the other sections. More than half the players in an orchestra are string players.
Is a symphony the same as an orchestra?
Not really... although the terms are generally used synonomously, these days. An orchestra is defined as an ensemble of different families of instruments. So, that could include concert bands, big bands and the jazz orchestra (big band, 2 horns and strings), among others. A symphony is a specific musical form, usually played by a (fairly) specific ensemble. So, the term "symphony orchestra" is literally an ensemble capable of playing that kind of piece... thus the modern symphony orchestra. Generally, the term "symphony orchestra" is more specific, when talking about the classical ensemble.
Do we have Philippine orchestra?
Of course we have our own Philippine Orchestra, and they are: Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (national orchestra), the Manila Symphony Orchestra, Manila Philharmonic Orchestra, Filharmonika Orchestra, UST and UP symphony orchestras, PREDIS Chamber Group, Metro Manila Concert Orchestra,the Peace Philharmonic Philippines (Cebu), and many more small strings and wind orchestras in many parts of the Philippines. We also include the California based Fil-Am Symphony Orchestra founded in 2009. Thank you....
Who was the conductor of London's symphony orchestra from 1970 to 2001?
If you are referring to the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO), the answer is that it had several principal conductors during that period: Previn, Abbado, Tilson Thomas, and Davis. If you are referring to another symphony orchestra located in London (it has more than one!) please say which one.
How many trumpets are in an orchestra?
It depends on several things. What type of orchestra? In a jazz orchestra, it's usually 4 but there are sometimes 5. In a symphony orchestra, on any given song it can be as few as 0 or 1 or 2, or as many as 10 or more. Some songs have no brass parts, some call for 1 or 2 trumpets, some call for 8 or 10. Symphony orchestra usually have 3 or 4 "regular" trumpet players, and then they have alternates that they call when needed.
Is the piccolo in the orchestra?
Yes, picollo's are used in full-sized orchestras, the London Symphony Orchestra use them in their performances. In fact, every orchestra uses one or more piccolo when the music requires this.
Is symphony a good name?
It's a great name for a symphony, which is (more or less) a sonata for orchestra. The name applied to to other kids of composition would be confusing or annoying.
Which section of the orchestra has more instruments than players?
Percussion
What symphonies are in Tennessee?
There are more than you might think! These are the professional orchestras I know of:Nashville SymphonyMemphis Symphony OrchestraKnoxville Symphony OrchestraMurfreesboro Symphony OrchestraChattanooga SymphonyBryan Symphony Orchestra (Cookeville)Jackson Symphony OrchestraSymphony of the Mountains (Kingsport)Sorry if I missed your town, please add it in! It's a big state.In addition, there are youth orchestras attached to almost all of the above; there are some fine community/volunteer orchestras and university orchestras as well.An interesting side of the orchestral musician's life in Tennessee is that the orchestras in the smaller cities usually program fewer concerts, so it is possible for a musician to play in more than one orchestra. In fact, some wind players (who may or may not be required for everything an orchestra plays) work on a contract basis with three or four different orchestras over the course of a season.
What is the salary of the principal trumpet of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra?
Depends on several factors:your experience - the more experienced players receive the greater salary.which instrument you play -which orchestra - they all don't pay the same.
What is a symphoney?
a. an elaborate instrumental composition in three or more movements, similar in form to a sonata but written for an orchestra and usually of far grander proportions and more varied elements. b. an instrumental passage occurring in a vocal composition, or between vocal movements in a composition. c. an instrumental piece, often in several movements, forming the overture to an opera or the like. d. a concert performed by a symphony orchestra. e. anything characterized by a harmonious combination of elements
