Consort of Instruments

A "Consort of Instruments" refers to a group of musical instruments played together, typically comprising a specific set of instruments that blend well. Historically, the term was used during the Renaissance and early Baroque periods for ensembles, often featuring a mix of violins, violas, and other stringed instruments or a combination of instruments with similar families. The goal is to create harmony and balance in the sound, much like an orchestra but on a smaller, more specialized scale. It highlights the idea of instruments working cohesively as a group to perform music collectively.