A concert is a live music performance in front of an audience, which can feature a single musician, sometimes called a recital, or a musical ensemble, such as an orchestra, choir, or band
. Concerts can be held in various settings, from private houses and small nightclubs to dedicated concert halls, amphitheaters, parks, arenas, and stadiums
. The term "concert" has a broader meaning, encompassing not only musical performances but also events that involve agreement in design or plan, as well as concerts in the sense of settling or adjusting by conferring and reaching an agreement
. Some key aspects of concerts include:
- Venue : Concert venues can range in size, location, and the type of music hosted. For example, concert halls are dedicated spaces for classical music, while arenas and stadiums are often used for rock concerts
- Performance : Musicians usually perform on a stage, if not actual then an area of the floor designated as such. Concerts often require live event support with professional audio equipment
- History : Concerts developed in their present form from the informal music-making of the 17th century. Early forms of concerts were associated with university activities, and the growth of nationalism led to the formation of concert societies for the promotion of national music in many European countries
- Types of Concerts : There are various types of concerts, such as pop concerts, classical concerts, recitals, and rock concerts, each with their own characteristics and settings
- Concert Tours : A concert tour is a series of concerts by an artist or group of artists in different cities, countries, or locations. Concert tours are often named to differentiate between tours by the same artist and associate a specific tour with a particular artist or group
