human
Can you explain the difference between a symphony and an orchestra?
assistant
A symphony is a piece of music for a large ensemble, typically composed of a string section, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and a conductor. An orchestra is a larger group of musicians playing together in one performance. The most common type of orchestra consists of strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion sections. In addition to these traditional instruments, many orchestras have added other instruments like piano, guitar, saxophone, and even synthesizers.