orchestral
adjective
or·ches·tral
ȯr-ˈke-strəl 
1
: of, relating to, or composed for an orchestra
2
: suggestive of an orchestra or its musical qualities
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Their experience in solo, orchestral, theatre, and popular concert settings is reflected in their artistry.
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Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 23 Jan. 2025
Their experience in solo, orchestral, theatre, and popular concert settings is reflected in their artistry.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2025
The composer also added synths to his orchestral score, as well as bowed metal, where a violin bow is rubbed against metal instruments like a cowbell or a Vibraphone, for when Roz has a particularly intense feeling.
—Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Jan. 2025
Rick Ross delivered an unforgettable set at Atlanta Symphony Hall on December 29th with Rick Ross: Holiday Affair, a night where hip-hop and orchestral music merged in spectacular fashion.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 31 Dec. 2024
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orchestral
adjective
or·ches·tral
ȯr-ˈkes-trəl
: of, relating to, or written for an orchestra
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