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What is the history of the symphony orchestra?
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The symphony orchestra is a musical ensemble consisting of string instruments, woodwinds, brass instruments and percussion. It was first developed in the 18th century by composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven. In the 19th century, it became more popular with the works of Johannes Brahms and Richard Wagner. Today, the symphony orchestra remains one of the most important forms of classical music performance.