as in orchestras
a usually large group of musicians playing together
served as a conductor for the philharmonic
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Noun
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As the spotlight artist, Taylor will be out in the community and also expects to be working with the CSO’s youth orchestras.—
Adam Bell
February 24,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Feb. 2026 -
Michael Gerdes, director of orchestras at San Diego State University, leads the lectures.—
La Jolla Light,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
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The Hollywood Bowl 2026 season announced Wednesday includes the usual eclectic mix of symphonies and rock bands, jazz nights and film music.—
Peter Larsen,
Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Nor does opera, symphonies, orchestras.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Philharmonics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philharmonics. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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