If, when making reference to a larger musical grouping, you say orchestra, you can readily expect that they will seek to correct you and let you know that it's really a big band. Continued insistence over the years has only served to make those people think you are being pedantic.

Bill Dixon

Bill Dixon

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We will gradually discontinue these interim arrangements and services as Virgin Blue and other carriers grow.

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