Why are some orchestras Symphony and others Philharmonic

[suzyq]

Wonder why some orchestras are called Symphony and others Philharmonic - is there a difference?

[Lethevich]

No difference in form - some use it to distinguish themselves from another orchestra with the same name - eg London Symphony Orchestra vs. London Philharmonic Orchestra.

[Szykneij]

More here:

http://www.good-music-guide.com/community/index.php/topic,1605.0.html

[suzyq]

More here:

http://www.good-music-guide.com/community/index.php/topic,1605.0.html

Thanks.