A repertoire (/ˈrɛpərˌtwɑːr/[1]) is a list or set of dramas, operas, musical compositions or roles which a company or person is prepared to perform.[2]
Musicians often have a musical repertoire. The first known use of the word repertoire was in 1847.[2] It is a loan word from the French language, as répertoire, with a similar meaning in the arts. This word, in turn, has its origin in the Late Latin word repertorium.[2]
The concept of a basic repertoire has been extended to refer to groups which focus mainly on performing standard works, as in repertory theater or repertoire ballet.[3]
See also
- setlist – a list of works for a specific performance
- playlist – a list of works available to play
- signature song – a musical composition most associated with a performer
References
- ^ Jones, Daniel (2003) [1917], Peter Roach; James Hartmann; Jane Setter (eds.), English Pronouncing Dictionary, Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, ISBN 3-12-539683-2
- ^ a b c "Repertoire - Definition and More", Free Merriam-Webster, 2012, web: MW.
- ^ "American Ballet Theatre - Repertory Archive", ABT.org, 2010, webpage: ABT.