What is an Orchestra? This is The Definition, Number of Players and Conductor's Duties

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FEMUSINDO.com - An orchestra is a group of musicians who play musical instruments together, usually playing classical music.

The word "orchestra" comes from Ancient Greek which means "dancing place". In an orchestra, various musical instruments and instruments are played.

The number of orchestra players depends on the type of music played and the size of the playing space available.

A symphony orchestra usually has around 100 players, while a chamber orchestra has 30 or 40 players.

In an orchestra performance there is a conductor, called the Orchestra Conductor, who plays an important role.

The orchestra conductor is the person who leads the orchestra during the performance, and is responsible for ensuring that all players follow the same rhythm.

The conductor usually stands on a stage or high pedestal, so it is often the most visible part of the orchestra.

The duties of the orchestra conductor include leading the orchestra and emphasizing the pulse of the music so that all players follow the same rhythm.

Then, the conductor also helps the orchestra play well, helps the recording engineer get clear results and supports the composer and director in achieving their goals for their work. (*)