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 of orchestration

• 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

In his score, Wagner manipulates space and scale, suggesting intimate chambers and vast expanses of the North Atlantic with innumerable shadings of orchestration. —Justin Davidson, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026

Intelligent orchestration provides the foundation to respond dynamically, enabling organizations to pivot quickly in response to both internal performance signals and external market forces. —Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 10 Mar. 2026

But to him, even those ambiguities have been drafted into a mythology that treats uncertainty as proof of orchestration. —Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 3 Mar. 2026

Alex Timbers directs, with a book by John Logan, choreography by Sonya Tayeh and music supervision, orchestrations and arrangements by Justin Levine. —Greg Evans, Deadline, 26 Feb. 2026

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