string ensemble

noun
UK /strɪŋ ɒnˈsɒm.bəl/
US /strɪŋ ɑːnˈsɑːm.bəl/

A string ensemble is a small group of people who play music together on string instruments like violins and cellos.

The string ensemble played a lovely song at the school concert.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A group of musicians playing string instruments as part of a larger orchestra.

The string ensemble rehearsed separately before joining the full orchestra.

3. A musical piece written to be performed by such a group.

The composer wrote a string ensemble for the wedding ceremony.

4. Any collection of string instruments used together in performance.

The museum displayed a historic string ensemble from the 18th century.