Répétiteur facts for kids
A Répétiteur (say "reh-peh-TEE-tur") is a special kind of musician. They are like a coach for opera singers and ballet dancers. Their main job is to help performers learn their parts perfectly for a show.
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What Does the Word Mean?
The word Répétiteur comes from French. It means "to repeat" or "to rehearse." When musicians or dancers rehearse, they practice their parts many times. This helps them learn the music or steps very well. In German, a similar word is Korrepetitor.
What a Répétiteur Does
A répétiteur is a very talented musician. They are usually an amazing pianist. They can play the music for a whole orchestra on just a piano! This helps singers practice their songs without needing a full orchestra.
Helping Singers
Répétiteurs help singers in many ways. They might sing other parts of the music to help the singer understand how everything fits together. They also help with:
- Voice problems: They can give tips on how to sing difficult notes.
- Pronunciation: They make sure singers say the words correctly, especially in different languages.
- Musical interpretation: They help singers understand the feelings and meaning behind the music.
Helping Dancers
In ballet, a répétiteur has a similar role. They teach dancers the exact steps for their roles. They also help dancers understand the story and feelings of the dance. This makes sure every dancer performs their part just right.
Famous Répétiteurs
Some répétiteurs become very famous later in their careers. They might even become conductors, who lead the orchestra. Famous examples include Josef Krips, Howard Goodall, and Georg Solti.
See also
In Spanish: Répétiteur para niños
