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    L'orchestre (en. The orchestra)

    [l‿ɔʁ.kɛstʁ]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A group of musicians who play together, often under the direction of a conductor.
    The symphonic orchestra gave a memorable concert.
    L'orchestre symphonique a donné un concert mémorable.
    A musical composition written for a large number of instruments.
    This symphony is written for a large orchestra.
    Cette symphonie est écrite pour un vaste orchestre.
    A group of musicians playing string, wind, or percussion instruments.
    The string orchestra performed spectacularly.
    L'orchestre à cordes a performed spectacular.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'orkhēstra', which designated the place where dancers performed.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    conduct the orchestra
    To be the leader of a group of musicians.
    diriger l'orchestre
    play in an orchestra
    To participate in a musical performance as a group.
    jouer en orchestre
    the symphonic orchestra
    A large orchestra performing classical works.
    l'orchestre symphonique

    Related Words

    conductor
    Director who leads the musicians.
    chef d'orchestre
    score
    Document containing the notes for the musicians.
    partition
    musician
    Person who plays an instrument or sings.
    musicien
    concert
    Musical performance in front of an audience.
    concert
    symphony
    Classical composition for orchestra.
    symphonie

    Slang Meanings

    Informal group of musicians.
    They got together to form a garage orchestra.
    Ils se sont réunis pour former un orchestre de garage.
    A large number of friends playing together.
    This summer, we're going to make an orchestra by the sea.
    Cet été, on va faire l'orchestre au bord de la mer.