De dirigentencue
Example: De dirigentencue gaf het orkest het startsein om te spelen.
Definition
"De dirigentencue" refers to the signal or gesture given by the conductor to the orchestra to indicate the start of playing or a change in the music. It is a crucial communication tool used to synchronize and guide musicians during a performance.
Etymology
The word "de dirigentencue" combines the Dutch 'dirigent', meaning conductor, and the English word 'cue', which means a signal or prompt. This blend reflects the influence of English on Dutch musical terminology, emphasizing the conductor's role in giving clear directions to musicians.
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"De dirigentencue" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (B2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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the conductor's cue