The performance practice
Example: The performance practice of Baroque music requires historical knowledge.
Definition
"The performance practice" in music refers to the study and application of the techniques, styles, and conventions used in performing music, especially from specific historical periods. It involves understanding how composers intended their works to be played and interpreted.
Etymology
The term "the performance practice" combines 'performance,' from the Latin 'performare,' meaning to carry out or execute, and 'practice,' from the Greek 'praktikos,' meaning suitable for action. The phrase highlights the applied aspect of music-making, focusing on historically informed execution.
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"The performance practice" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (C1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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