The difference between Concertmaster and First violinist

When used as nouns, concertmaster means the first violin in a symphony orchestra, whereas first violinist means a violinist who is assigned to play melody (usually more technically difficult music).


check bellow for the other definitions of Concertmaster and First violinist

  1. Concertmaster as a noun (music, US):

    The first violin in a symphony orchestra; normally plays violin solos

  1. First violinist as a noun:

    A violinist who is assigned to play melody (usually more technically difficult music).

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