orchestral

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There were too many to list and it’s too bad because this became a one-of-a-kind showcase of orchestral versatility, which ended with the premiere of another new Dudamelian orchestral tribute, Gabriela Ortiz’s “Mujer Arena.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The BBC Concert Orchestra provided live, orchestral music throughout the night, soundtracking some of the most memorable sequences from Sir David's career.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Taking place on 18 July, the Prog Prom will include new orchestral arrangements of hits by Genesis, Emerson Lake & Palmer and Jehtro Tull, amongst others.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

An old soul with with a huge, commanding voice, his catalog hovers between the orchestral swoon of pre-rock ballads, the pristine melodies of Anita Baker and the rangy, resilient yearning of his hometown’s soul tradition.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Instruments that can bend most pitches enough to fine-tune them during a performance — and this includes most orchestral instruments — also tend to play the "pure" intervals.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones