Orchestration
(noun)
- The arrangement of a piece of music for an orchestra.
- The process of arranging music for an ensemble.
Origin:
The word "orchestration" comes from the latin word "orchestra" meaning "a place for dancing" and the suffix "-ation", it refers to the arrangement of a piece of music for an orchestra, or the process of arranging music for an ensemble.
Examples:
- The orchestration of the piece was masterfully done, highlighting the strengths of each instrument.
- He was known for his innovative orchestration techniques.
- The orchestration of the song was done to give it a more upbeat feel.
- The orchestration was done by a software program, but still retained the human touch.
- Orchestration is the process of arranging a musical composition for an ensemble of musicians.