Orchestrating: meaning, definitions and examples

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orchestrating

 

[ หˆษ”หkษชstreษชtษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

music

The action of arranging or coordinating a musical composition for performance by an orchestra.

Synonyms

arranging, composing, coordinating.

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Word Description / Examples
orchestrating

Best used when talking about carefully planning, coordinating, and managing a complex series of actions or events, often with the connotation of skill and precision. Commonly used in both musical and non-musical contexts.

  • The project manager was excellent at orchestrating the efforts of his team to meet the tight deadline
  • The conductor is known for brilliantly orchestrating the symphony
arranging

Typically applied when talking about organizing or putting things in a particular order, often with a focus on making practical plans or adjustments. This word is versatile and can be used in various scenarios, including musical settings.

  • She spent the afternoon arranging the flowers for the wedding
  • The meeting was arranged to discuss the new policy changes
coordinating

Used when referring to the act of organizing different activities or people to ensure they work together efficiently. It often implies managing interaction and alignment among several parties.

  • She is responsible for coordinating the volunteers for the community event
  • The teachers are coordinating lessons to ensure all subjects are covered
composing

Mostly associated with creating written or musical works, indicating the process of bringing together different elements into a creative and coherent whole. Often used in artistic and educational contexts.

  • He spent hours composing a letter to his friend overseas
  • She enjoys composing music on her piano

Examples of usage

  • He spent weeks orchestrating the symphony for the upcoming concert.
  • She is known for her talent in orchestrating complex musical pieces.
  • The art of orchestrating requires a deep understanding of different instruments.
  • The process of orchestrating a piece involves carefully balancing the various sections.
  • His skills in orchestrating have earned him recognition in the music industry.

Translations

Translations of the word "orchestrating" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น orquestrando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเค‚เค—เฅ€เคค เคจเคฟเคฐเฅเคฆเฅ‡เคถเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช dirigierend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mengatur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพั€ะบะตัั‚ั€ัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dyrygowanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŒ‡ๆฎใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท orchestrer

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ orquestando

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท orkestra yรถnetmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์กฐ์œจํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชู†ุธูŠู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dirigovรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dirigovanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŒ‡ๆŒฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ usklajevanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stjรณrnun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐัา›ะฐั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒ™แƒ”แƒกแƒขแƒ แƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ orkestrlษ™ลŸdirmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ orquestando

Etymology

The word 'orchestrating' originates from the Italian word 'orchestrare', which means 'to arrange for an orchestra'. The term became popular in the 19th century with the rise of orchestral music and the need for composers to create scores for large ensembles. Today, orchestrating is a crucial skill in the music industry, allowing composers to bring their musical ideas to life through the coordination of various instruments.

See also: orchestral, orchestration, orchestrator.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,725 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.