Concerto vs. Symphony

Concerto vs. Symphony — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Concerto and Symphony

Concertonoun

(music) A piece of music for one or more solo instruments and orchestra.

Symphonynoun

An extended piece of music of sophisticated structure, usually for orchestra.

Concertonoun

a composition for orchestra and a soloist

Symphonynoun

(music) An instrumental introduction or termination to a vocal composition.

Symphonynoun

Harmony in music or colour, or a harmonious combination of elements.

Symphonynoun

A symphony orchestra.

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Symphonynoun

a long and complex sonata for symphony orchestra

Symphonynoun

a large orchestra; can perform symphonies;

we heard the Vienna symphony