What does philharmonic orchestra means?

Answer 1

Philadelphia Orchestra 2The Philadelphia Orchestra is a professional full-time orchestra. It is considered one of the elite orchestras in the world. By that definition, it is a philharmonic orchestra, though "philharmonic" is usually just part of a title. I.E. New York Philharmonic, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Boston Philharmonic (which is actually a semi-professional orchestra) There really is no difference between a Philharmonic, or a Symphony Orchestra, or just an Orchestra and usually very little can be inferred from a title of one.

The correct name for the organization is The Philadelphia Orchestra always with a capital T in The.

Answer 2

Most orchestras are comprised of 'families' of instruments and include the following:

• Strings ... Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass
• Woodwinds ... Clarinets, Flutes, Piccolo, Bassoon, and sometimes Saxaphones
• Brass ... Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, French Horn, Euphonium
• Percussion ... Drum, Cymbal, Timpani, Chimes, Triangle, etc.
  

Other instruments like the Harp or the Piano are added if the score calls for them.

Answer 3

None, really. An Orchestra is defined as a large group of musicians that represent the four families of instruments (strings, woodwinds, brass & percussion). Some examples:

• Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra
• Scandinavian Symphony Orchestra

In both cases above, they are both "orchestras."

Answer 4

When used as an adjective it means devoted to the performance, appreciation or study of music.

When used as a noun, in reference to an orchestra for example, it generally means that the orchestra is funded or sponsored by a specific group or institution.

Answer 5

A symphony orchestra is a large instrumental ensemble which is basically made up of four groups of instruments: stringed, woodwind, brass and percussion.

Answer 6

A philharmonic orchestra is a term used to describe a professional orchestra. Example: New York Philharmonic Orchestra.

Answer 7

It's an orchestra that follows a harmonic beat