Definition: A group of separate things that contribute to a coordinated whole.

Alright class, settle down now, let’s take a look! That definition you read – “a group of separate things that contribute to a coordinated whole” – it really gets at the heart of what ‘ensemble’ means. Think about it like this: imagine a painter with lots of colors. Each color is separate , right? Red, blue, green - they're all distinct. But when you put them together in a beautiful painting, they create something whole and stunning! That’s the power of an ensemble. “Ensemble” means exactly that – a group where each part works together to make something bigger and better than it is on its own. Let's look at some examples: A musical ensemble: Like a band or orchestra, with individual instruments playing in harmony. A theatrical ensemble: Actors working together to bring a play to life! An art ensemble: Artists collaborating on a single piece – it’s all about the combined effort! Does that make sense? Do you have any questions about how these different groups work as one, united team?