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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

What’s the difference between a philharmonic orchestra and a symphony orchestra?

By  Cecil Adams
   
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Dear Cecil: I’ve often wondered: what’s the difference between a philharmonic orchestra and a symphony orchestra? Formerkid, via AOL

Cecil replies:

None.

Cecil Adams

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