[Darth Vader]

Originally Posted by Pathosis

Epica's already been mentioned, but I love them~
They have a freaking orchestra for most of their songs. So much talent!

I also enjoy melodic death metal. xP

Epica and Nightwish are pretty amazing (I especially love the "Imperial March" cover by Epica and "Moon Dance" by Nightwish. I frickin' love melodic death metal, too. xD Any and almost all kinds of metal really. >w>

The song "No Leaf Clover" by Metallica would definitely be considered a symphonic metal song, as well, even though they're not a symphonic metal band.

Also, I have no idea how you feel about symphonic death metal, but if you'd be interested in that, there are quite a few bands out there that use growls but also heavily symphonic elements like violins, orchestras, and choirs. A few bands (linked with a sample song) are Septicflesh, Eternal Tears of Sorrow (definitely recommended for what you seem to be interested in), Immanifest, and Fleshgod Apocalypse.