orchestration

noun

or·​ches·​tra·​tion ˌȯr-kə-ˈstrā-shən How to pronounce orchestration (audio)
Synonyms of orchestrationnext
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 How to pronounce orchestration (audio)
adjective

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the trade representatives are working towards an orchestration of the two countries' often competing economic interests
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Then Andrew arranged these beautiful strings to go along with it, and these atmospherics and orchestrations. — Steve Appleford, SPIN, 27 Aug. 2026 There’s no mistaking the pop sensibilities that made this song cross over for the country star, from the Carpenters-worthy soft-pop charm of that piano intro to the lush orchestration on the bridge. — Ed Masley, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026 The production will feature scenic design by Jason Sherwood, costume design by Linda Cho, lighting design by Jen Schriever, sound design by Nevin Steinberg, music supervision and orchestrations by Sam Davis, and music direction by Rick Hip-Flores. — Greg Evans, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026 Some artists who do Bowl shows with the LA Phil or its sister symphony, the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, run through something close to their normal set and require whoever is assigned to do the orchestrations to follow suit. — Chris Willman, Variety, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for orchestration

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of orchestration was in 1849

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“Orchestration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orchestration. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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