maestro

[ mahy-stroh ]

noun

, plural maes·tros.

1. an eminent composer, teacher, or conductor of music:

   Toscanini and other great maestros.

2. (initial capital letter) a title of respect used in addressing or referring to such a person.
3. a master of any art:

   the maestros of poetry.

maestro

/ ˈmaɪstrəʊ /

noun

1. a distinguished music teacher, conductor, or musician
2. any man regarded as the master of an art: often used as a term of address
3. See maestro di cappella

maestro

1. A title for distinguished artists, especially those in music. It may be given to teachers, composers, conductors, or performers. Maestro is Italian for “master.”

Word History and Origins

Origin of maestro¹

1790–1800; < Italian: master

Word History and Origins

Origin of maestro¹

C18: Italian: master

Example Sentences

“Still in need of a ‘classical’-type composer,” Coppola approached the American maestro John Adams, “who was kind and receptive but not really interested in composing new music for me.”

From Los Angeles Times

"Growing up listening to so many of his timeless works shaped so much of the music that I wanted to make or be a part of. The maestro behind so many of my favorite artists."

From BBC

As a maestro of media logic, Trump continues to play the media and win.

From Salon

The redshirt sophomore who has participated in only nine games since he started playing the sport has become a maestro of might.

From Los Angeles Times

At 56, Aguilar stands as one of the most respected maestros in contemporary Mexican music.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• composer
• conductor