18 Best Orchestra Questions and Answers (Q&A) - ProProfs Discuss

What is the difference between orchestras and operas?

M. Parker, Internet Researcher
Answered: Sep 03, 2018

Orchestra is a large group of musicians that play together using different musical instrument like strings, brass instruments, percussion instruments and wood wind instruments. It is a collection...Read More

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Why do orchestras need a conductor for performances?

D. Gray
Answered: Aug 16, 2018

To be very honest with you, orchestras can be conducted without a conductor if the members are disciplined enough and are adept at teamwork. Most of a conductor’s work is behind the...Read More

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What is the meaning of the word orchestra?

J. Goodman, Web Content Writer
Answered: Sep 03, 2018

Orchestra is an Italian word that refers to a large group of instrumentalists playing different musical instruments together led by a conductor who directs the performance with the movement of...Read More

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Who is the most famous orchestral conductor of all time?

H. Jones, Web Content Writer
Answered: Sep 14, 2018

It will not be easy to answer this question properly as it would be difficult to determine who is the most famous orchestral conductor. A conductor might be praised by certain people and disliked...Read More

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Which is the hardest orchestral piece to play?

M. Parker, Internet Researcher
Answered: Sep 03, 2018

The hardest orchestral piece is less likely to be something that most people have heard of because such piece is not played often. Most times, the composer is trying to explore a music idea which...Read More

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Which, according to you, is the most overrated symphony?

Danny R. Glover, Editor
Answered: Sep 14, 2018

To me, I think Gustav Mahler is overrated. The first Mahler symphony I listened to was the 1st symphony, I was indifferent towards his works but when I listened to the No. 7, I didn't enjoy it. I...Read More

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What is the least amount of members required for an orchestral performance?

H. Jones, Web Content Writer
Answered: Sep 14, 2018

There is no specific number of members required for an orchestra performance. Orchestra is an ensemble of musicians and musical instruments. There are mainly four groups of instruments played in...Read More

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Which was the largest orchestral group that ever gathered?

M. Parker, Internet Researcher
Answered: Sep 03, 2018

The largest orchestra group that ever performed was in Commerzbank - Arena, a soccer field in Frankfurt, Germany. The orchestra had over 7500 musicians and they are performed at the same time....Read More

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Who made orchestras famous?

H. Jones, Web Content Writer
Answered: Sep 14, 2018

Richard Wagner played a big role in making orchestra popular. Wagner was an opera and orchestra composer. He made orchestra bigger and popular by introducing many musical instruments aside the...Read More

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When did orchestras become popular?

J. Goodman, Web Content Writer
Answered: Sep 03, 2018

Orchestra became popular in the 19th century. It became bigger and larger in the 20th century. Orchestra was first seen in Greece. Orchestra in Greek refers to the front part of stage reserved...Read More

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Did Chopin write orchestral pieces?

Danny R. Glover, Editor
Answered: Sep 14, 2018

Yes, Chopin wrote orchestra pieces, most of Chopin's compositions were for solo piano. Chopin also wrote for piano concertos and orchestras. Most of his works include: waltzes, mazurkas,...Read More

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Can opera singers sing in orchestra?

J. Goodman, Web Content Writer
Answered: Sep 03, 2018

Yes, an opera can sing in orchestra if there is a choir or soloist singing with the orchestra. Keep in mind that orchestra is mainly an ensemble of musicians playing different instruments....Read More

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Do you like orchestras?

K. Myers, Blogger
Answered: Sep 03, 2018

I like orchestra, when I was very young, my Grandma and I use to attend orchestra together, attending orchestra is one way I use to relax from stressful activities. I love to seat in front seat...Read More

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Are orchestras a fading artform?

K. Myers, Blogger
Answered: Sep 03, 2018

Orchestra has became a fading artform. Many orchestras have folded up. This is mainly due to a decrease in the demand for orchestra. Most young adult see orchestra as old-fashioned so they prefer...Read More

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Do orchestras contain electric instruments?

Danny R. Glover, Editor
Answered: Sep 14, 2018

In 19th and 20th century, the typical orchestra musical instruments were restricted to a group of 4 musical instruments which are: the brass, wood, string and percussion instruments but as time...Read More

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