musicianship

[myoo-zish-uhn-ship]

noun

1. knowledge, skill, and artistic sensitivity in performing music.

Word History and Origins

Origin of musicianship¹

First recorded in 1865–70; musician + -ship

Example Sentences

For that to work, the craftsmanship in his writing and arranging must be matched by the musicianship in his band; he hopes his audience appreciates both sides of that coin.

From Los Angeles Times

The Australian band blending EDM with live musicianship heads to the Rose Bowl this Saturday, capping off the North American leg of their 2025 tour in support of new album ‘Inhale / Exhale.’

From Los Angeles Times

His keyboard and piano skills, formed around Southern church traditions, led him to eavesdropping on sessions at Stax Records’ studios, which took notice of his uncommonly soulful musicianship.

From Los Angeles Times

"He was one of the greatest Mozart tenors in the world. From La Scala to the Met and Covent Garden. The beauty of his voice, his sensitivity, lyricism and refined musicianship was unsurpassed."

From BBC

"Their musicianship was second to none. I mean, you just had four members, but there was some sort of magic that happened when they were on stage."

From BBC