How to Pronounce "kapellmeister"
word
kuh-PEL-my-stur
kuh-PEL-my-stuh
Definition
A kapellmeister is the leader or conductor of a musical group, such as an orchestra, choir, or chapel ensemble. Historically, it refers to someone who managed music for a royal court or church.
IPA Transcription
American English
kəˈpɛlˌmaɪstɚ
British English
kəˈpɛlˌmaɪstə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-PEL-my-stur
UK
kuh-PEL-my-stuh
Listen in Context
The kapellmeister led the orchestra during the concert.
Johann Sebastian Bach was a famous kapellmeister.
The choir practices every week with their kapellmeister.
She dreamed of becoming a respected kapellmeister one day.