Not a serious member of the orchestra? (6)
I believe the answer is:
player
'member of the orchestra?' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both people as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?
I don't understand how the rest of the clue works.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for player that I've seen before include "Actor - musician" , "Performer" , "Actor; sportsman" , "Batsman perhaps" , "Gambler" .)