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Can you tell me what a symphony orchestra is?
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A symphony orchestra is an ensemble of musicians that plays classical music. It typically consists of a string section, a woodwind section, brass instruments, and percussion instruments. The string section includes violins, violas, and cellos. The woodwind section includes flutes, clarinets, oboes, bassoons, and saxophones. The brass instruments include trumpets, trombones, and tuba. Percussion instruments include timpani, cymbals, and other items.