What is another word for dance orchestras?
Pronunciation: [dˈans ˈɔːkɛstɹəz] (IPA) 
Dance orchestras can also be referred to as ballroom bands, swing bands, or big bands. These words are often interchangeable and describe musical ensembles that specialize in playing music for dancing. Ballroom bands typically play music for formal ballroom dancing, such as waltzes and foxtrots. Swing bands play music that is suited for swing dancing, which was popular in the 1930s and 1940s. Big bands, as the name suggests, are orchestras with a large number of musicians, often featuring trumpets, saxophones, and other brass instruments. Whatever terminology is used, dance orchestras are an essential part of the music industry and continue to provide entertainment for people of all ages.
