nounfemininepl: orquestras
orchestra
1. a large group of musicians playing various instruments together, typically under the direction of a conductor
The symphony orchestra performed Beethoven's Ninth Symphony last night.
A orquestra sinfônica apresentou a Nona Sinfonia de Beethoven ontem à noite.
2. in a theater or concert hall, the area in front of the stage where musicians sit
The orchestra pit was filled with talented musicians.
O fosso da orquestra estava cheio de músicos talentosos.
3. a musical ensemble, particularly in jazz or popular music contexts
The big band orchestra played swing music all night.
A orquestra de big band tocou música swing a noite toda.
Brazil has a rich orchestral tradition with major orchestras such as the OSESP (Orquestra Sinfônica do Estado de São Paulo) and the OSB (Orquestra Sinfônica Brasileira) in Rio. Orchestral music is an important part of Brazilian classical music culture, with composers like Heitor Villa-Lobos gaining international recognition. The term is used with pride in cultural institutions and is central to Brazil's classical music heritage.
Related Idioms & Phrases
maestro da orquestra (conductor of the orchestra)
orquestra sinfônica (symphony orchestra)
orquestra de câmara (chamber orchestra)
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