Maestro
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Maestro (/ˈmaɪstroʊ/ Script error: No such module "Respell".; from the Italian Script error: No such module "Lang". Script error: No such module "IPA"., meaning 'master' or 'teacher',[1] plural: maestros or maestri) is an honorific title of respect, sometimes abbreviated Mo. The term is most commonly used in the context of Western classical music and opera, in line with the ubiquitous use of Italian musical terms. The feminine form of the word is Script error: No such module "Lang". (pl. Script error: No such module "Lang".).
The word is often used outside of music to refer to individuals of great skill or virtuosity. Roger Federer, one of the greatest tennis players of all time, is nicknamed "the Swiss Maestro" by fans.[2]
In music
The word maestro is most often used in addressing or referring to conductors. Less frequently, one might refer to respected composers, performers, impresarios, musicologists, and music teachers.
In the world of Italian opera, the title is also used to designate a number of positions within the orchestra and company that have specific duties during rehearsal and performance. These include:
- Maestro sostituto or maestro collaboratore: musicians who act as répétiteurs and assistant conductors during performances.
- Maestro concertatore: the keyboard continuo player, who prepares singers and leads rehearsals.[3]
- Maestro direttore: the leader of the first violins of the orchestra (see concertmaster), who may also have administrative duties such as hiring and paying musicians.[4]
- Maestro suggeritore: the prompter.
See also
- Maestro di cappella, literally "chapel-master"
- Pandit
- Ustad
References
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- ^ Page Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css has no content."Online Etymology Dictionary". Archived from the original on 2011-09-23. Retrieved 2009-10-11.
- ^ Page Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css has no content.Krishnan, Shivom (2025-02-25). "Roger Federer called 'washed' by ex-American pro in playful banter after Swiss' unique practice session resurfaces". www.sportskeeda.com. Retrieved 2025-03-03.
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Further reading
- Page Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css has no content.Lebrecht, Norman (1 January 2001) [First published 1991]. The Maestro Myth: Great Conductors in Pursuit of Power (2nd revised ed.). Citadel Press. ISBN 0-8065-2088-4.
- Kennedy, Michael (2006), The Oxford Dictionary of Music, 985 pages, Template:ISBN
- Page Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css has no content.Warrack, John; West, Ewan (15 October 1992). The Oxford Dictionary of Opera. Oxford University Press, USA. ISBN 0-19-869164-5.
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