chamber orchestra

noun
1.
a small orchestra, commonly of about 25 players.
Origin
1925-30
Examples from the web for chamber orchestra
  • Lincolnwood's present-day respectability is confirmed by its art gallery, chamber orchestra and public library.
British Dictionary definitions for chamber orchestra

chamber orchestra

noun
1.
a small orchestra consisting of about 25 players, used for the authentic performance of baroque and early classical music as well as modern music written specifically for a small orchestra