Which ensemble is described as having 90–120 performers and may include extended instrument options such as harp or contrabassoon?

• A. Concert Band
• B. Symphonic Band
• C. Chamber Orchestra
• D. Wind Ensemble

Answer: (B)

A large winds-and-percussion group that aims for an orchestral feel is described here. Symphonic Band typically runs around 90–120 players, which is bigger than a standard concert band and aligns with that fuller, symphony-style sound. It also commonly explores a broader palette, sometimes including extended instruments like harp or contrabassoon to add color and depth similar to an orchestra. This combination of substantial size and expanded instrumentation is what sets it apart from other ensembles. A chamber orchestra is much smaller and string-focused, a wind ensemble is usually more compact and specialized, and a concert band, while large, generally doesn’t reach that upper range or routinely incorporate all those extended instruments.