orchestra
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In a Thursday night marathon, he paid tribute to the orchestra members, giving 17 players solos in various concerto movements.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Between speeches on Ukrainian drones and Europe’s newfound resolve to defend itself, we visited the Odesa opera house to hear the city’s orchestra and see a ballet.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Before becoming a composer, Rahman spent several years as a keyboard player in Ilaiyaraaja's orchestra.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
"GK Venkatesh was my teacher, guru and encouraged me to write orchestra scores," Ilaiyaraaja recalled in an interview later.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Parties on sinking ships, the icy water bubbling around the waists of the orchestra as they sawed out a last brave chorus of “Auld Lang Syne.”
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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Vocabulary lists containing orchestra
Music - Introductory
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Music - Middle School
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Theater - Introductory
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