Concertmaster

Guest cellist shakes hands with the concertmaster

The concertmaster (from the German Konzertmeister), first chair[1] (U.S.) or leader[2] (U.K.) is the principal first violin player in an orchestra (clarinet or oboe in a concert band). After the conductor, the concertmaster is the most significant leader in an orchestra, symphonic band or other musical ensemble.

  1. ^ Joyce, Lis. "What does it take to become a first chair?". Vox Magazine. Retrieved 6 January 2020.
  2. ^ "The Role of the Concertmaster in Classical Music". dummies. Retrieved 6 January 2020.