orchestration

noun

or·​ches·​tra·​tion ˌȯr-kə-ˈstrā-shən 

1

: the arrangement of a musical composition for performance by an orchestra

also : orchestral treatment of a musical composition

2

: harmonious organization

develop a world community through orchestration of cultural diversities

—L. K. Frank

orchestrational

ˌȯr-kə-ˈstrā-sh(ə-)nəl 

adjective

Synonyms

• balance
• coherence
• concinnity
• consonance
• consonancy
• harmony
• proportion
• symmetry
• symphony
• unity

Examples of orchestration in a Sentence

the trade representatives are working towards an orchestration of the two countries' often competing economic interests

Recent Examples on the Web

His use of pop, jazz, and orchestration in scores influenced future generations of film composers. —David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024

The orchestra, discreetly visible on the set’s upper level, brings out the vibrancy of Tom Kitt’s arrangements and orchestrations. —Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2024

Choice’s subscriber acquisition and retention efforts, and noted her orchestrations of campaigns like the one for German series Babylon Berlin, a signature title. —Dade Hayes, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2024

Dinner was a pageant of dishes and wines, bread carts and cheese carts — an almost silent orchestration of local tastes. —Rosecrans Baldwin, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined at sense 1