That loves harmony; fond of or devoted to music. Chiefly (and now only) in the names of orchestras and other musical organizations, as Philharmonic So…

Usually as Philharmonic. A (particular) philharmonic orchestra, society, concert, etc. Frequently with preceding name, as Berlin, New York, etc. Also…

A type of musical ensemble traditional to parts of Indonesia, esp. Java and Bali, and usually consisting mainly of tuned percussion instruments, with…

a small orchestra, typically comprising fewer than forty musicians.

Music. elliptical for ‘symphony orchestra’.

a small band which plays palm court music.

an orchestra open only to young musicians.

= philharmonic, n. 2.

= steel band n. above.

= sinfonia, n. 3.

(Used in the title of) a small symphony orchestra or chamber orchestra.