Example: The conductor's baton guided the orchestra through complex passages.
Definition
The conductor's baton is a slender stick used by a music conductor to direct the tempo, dynamics, and expression of an orchestra or choir during a performance, helping musicians stay coordinated and interpret the music as intended.
The term "conductor's baton" combines "conductor," from the Latin 'conducere,' meaning 'to bring together,' and "baton," from the Old French word for 'stick' or 'staff.' Did you know? The baton evolved from a simple stick to a specialized tool that enhances the conductor's visibility and precision.
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"The conductor's baton" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (C1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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