symphonic
adjective
sym·phon·ic
sim-ˈfä-nik 
1
2
: relating to or having the form or character of a symphony
symphonic music
3
: suggestive of a symphony especially in form, interweaving of themes, or harmonious arrangement
a symphonic drama
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the symphonic chorus of frogs in the spring
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Following the addition of Lodge (as well as new guitarist and singer Justin Hayward), the band took a turn towards more symphonic, progressive and psychedelic rock.
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Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 10 Oct. 2025
Still, the sleek production design, symphonic score and performances from a killer ensemble act as a life preserver, making the shenanigans at sea a little less choppy.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 9 Oct. 2025
Finest City Brass & Percussion, a symphonic brass ensemble of 25-30 musicians, will perform new music for brass instruments and orchestral music adapted for large brass ensembles.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Oct. 2025
Isaac Charbeneau, Beech High The senior trombone player was named first chair in the top ensemble for Nashville Youth Jazz Ensemble and at Beech is a member of the symphonic, marching and jazz bands at Beech High and was selected last year to Mid-State Jazz and Concert bands.
—Andy Humbles, Nashville Tennessean, 26 Sep. 2025
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Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 10 Oct. 2025
Still, the sleek production design, symphonic score and performances from a killer ensemble act as a life preserver, making the shenanigans at sea a little less choppy.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 9 Oct. 2025
Finest City Brass & Percussion, a symphonic brass ensemble of 25-30 musicians, will perform new music for brass instruments and orchestral music adapted for large brass ensembles.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Oct. 2025
Isaac Charbeneau, Beech High The senior trombone player was named first chair in the top ensemble for Nashville Youth Jazz Ensemble and at Beech is a member of the symphonic, marching and jazz bands at Beech High and was selected last year to Mid-State Jazz and Concert bands.
—Andy Humbles, Nashville Tennessean, 26 Sep. 2025
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“Symphonic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/symphonic. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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symphonic
adjective
sym·phon·ic
sim-ˈfän-ik
2
: of, relating to, or having the form of a symphony or symphony orchestra
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