What is the difference between a philharmonic orchestra and a symphonic orchestra?

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Ok, here goes...there's not much difference actually, if you notice...they all end up in one in the...

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They're exactly the same kind of orchestra; they have the same makeup and they play the same kinds of...

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It is indeed correct that philharmonic and symphonic orchestras are the same thing, or rather two different...

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None whatsoever - they are just names.

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I don't know the answer but thats a dam good question!

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What is the difference between a symphony orchestra and a philharmonic orchestra?

Are there any other types of orchestra as well? I have always heard these terms and wondered what the difference was. Thanks!

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to continue bearcat's answer, the term "symphony orchestra" probably began quite literally...

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A group of musicians that play symphonies is called a symphony. There is actually no such thing as a...

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A group of musicians that play symphonies is called a symphony. There is actually no such thing as a...

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Same thing. Philharmonic sounds a little grander, I think, so it seems to be used for larger or older...

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"Symphony" vs. "Philharmonic" in the name of an orchestra: is there a difference?

"Symphony" vs. "Philharmonic" in the name of an orchestra: is there a difference?

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Not to my knowledge. I've seen Symphonies collapse, only to be reborn as Philharmonics, and vice versa...

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