musical arrangement

• Bearbeitung, Neufassung oder Organisation eines Musikstücks für eine bestimmte Besetzung, Stimmen oder einen bestimmten Stil, oft mit Änderungen an der ursprünglichen Struktur oder Harmonik.

The adaptation, composition, or organization of a piece of music for a particular set of instruments, voices, or performance style, often involving changes to the original structure or harmony.

1. Adaptation of a compositionB2formal

   The creative adaptation or reworking of a piece of music for a specific set of instruments, voices, or performance context.

   Bearbeitung

   • The musical arrangement for the string quartet transformed the pop song into a classical piece.
   • She created a beautiful musical arrangement of the national anthem for the choir.
   • The composer's musical arrangement for the film score used only percussion and woodwinds.

2. Structure of a pieceB2formal

   The specific way in which the different parts of a musical composition are organized and combined.

   Struktur des Werkes

   • The musical arrangement of the symphony featured a complex interplay between the brass and strings.
   • His musical arrangement for the jazz band included a long improvisational section.
   • The musical arrangement of the song was simple, focusing on the melody and harmony.