musicians

[/mjuːˈzɪʃənz/]
nounpl: musicians
músicos
1. People who play musical instruments or compose music professionally or as a hobby
The musicians performed an excellent concert last night.
Os músicos fizeram um excelente concerto ontem à noite.
2. Skilled performers of music in various genres and contexts
The orchestra hired talented young musicians for the symphony.
A orquestra contratou jovens músicos talentosos para a sinfonia.
3. Individuals with professional training in music performance or composition
Many musicians studied at conservatories before beginning their careers.
Muitos músicos estudaram em conservatórios antes de começar suas carreiras.
In Brazil, musicians hold significant cultural importance, particularly in genres like samba, forró, bossa nova, and tropicália. Rio de Janeiro is especially known for its vibrant music scene. In the USA, musicians span diverse genres from classical to hip-hop, with strong presence in cities like New York, Nashville, and Los Angeles. The term is used with respect across both cultures for those dedicated to their craft.
NYC Slang
cats (in jazz context, e.g., 'those cats can really play')
Synonyms / Sinônimos
artistsperformersinstrumentalistscomposersplayers
Antonyms / Antônimos
non-musiciansaudiences

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
músicos
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
músicos
Common in both formal and informal contexts; strong music culture
São Paulo
músicos
Standard usage in urban professional settings
Portugal
músicos
Identical usage to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

musicinstrumentorchestraconcertperformancemelody

Related Idioms & Phrases

face the music
music to my ears
play music
live musicians
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