Orchestration

Definition

Orchestration refers to the art of arranging and assigning musical parts or instruments in an ensemble or orchestral composition. It involves selecting specific instruments, their combinations, and assigning them appropriate roles within a piece of music.

Related terms

Instrumentation: Instrumentation refers to the selection and arrangement of specific instruments used in a musical composition.

Score: A score is a written or printed representation of a musical composition that shows all the individual parts for each instrument or voice.

Arrangement: Arrangement involves adapting an existing piece of music for performance by adding new elements, modifying instrumentation, or changing its structure.