capellmeister
kapellmeister
/ (kæˈpɛlˌmaɪstə) /
a person in charge of an orchestra, esp in an 18th-century princely household: See also maestro di cappella
Origin of capellmeister
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How to use capellmeister in a sentence
capellmeister Schnabel, an old acquaintance of Chopin's, had invited the latter to come to a morning rehearsal.
Frederick Chopin as a Man and Musician | Frederick NiecksThe Elector of Hanover was kind to him, and offered him the post of capellmeister, with a salary of about fifteen hundred dollars.
The World's Great Men of Music | Harriette BrowerIt was not likely that King George would look with favor on his former capellmeister, who had so long deserted his post.
The World's Great Men of Music | Harriette BrowerPerhaps Josef might one day become a musician—indeed he might even rise to be capellmeister.
The World's Great Men of Music | Harriette BrowerThe head capellmeister, Werner, was old, but the Prince kept him on account of his long service.
The World's Great Men of Music | Harriette Brower
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