dance orchestra (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈdɑːns ˈɔːrkəstrə/
Definition
A musical ensemble, typically large, that plays music intended for dancing, often featuring a prominent rhythm section and melody instruments.
Examples
The hotel hired a popular dance orchestra for the New Year's Eve gala.
Guests twirled across the floor to the energetic tunes of the dance orchestra.
The bandleader announced the next song, and the dance orchestra began to play a swing number.
How to Use dance orchestra
- dance orchestra (collocation)
- A group of musicians that plays music suitable for dancing. — "The hotel lobby featured a dance orchestra playing jazz standards."
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