orchestration

noun

or·​ches·​tra·​tion ˌȯr-kə-ˈstrā-shən 

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 

adjective

Synonyms

• symmetry
• harmony
• proportion
• correlation
• balance
• symphony

Examples of orchestration in a Sentence

the trade representatives are working towards an orchestration of the two countries' often competing economic interests

Recent Examples on the Web

Reducing Operating Costs Beyond basic automation, agentic systems can replicate higher-order knowledge work—such as data synthesis, compliance checks and workflow orchestration. —Gary Drenik, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025

To mark the occasion, the estate and Reservoir will collaborate on a variety of special events and programs, including a new live show that will pair new orchestrations of Davis songs with fresh visuals. —Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 9 Sep. 2025

Schiff's book will be complemented by music and lyrics from Gwendolyn Sanford and Brandon Jay, while Karla Garcia will choreograph and Keith Harrison Dworkin will handle music supervision, arrangements and orchestrations. —Jen Juneau, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025

The musical features a book by Warren Leight and Isaac Oliver, music supervision and arrangements by Tony Award nominee Andrew Resnick, orchestrations by Andrew Resnick and Michael Thurber and choreography by Shannon Lewis. —Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for orchestration

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation