concert pitch

• Die Standardstimmung, auf die Orchester ihre Instrumente abstimmen, in der Regel der Kammerton a¹ mit 440 Hz; im übertragenen Sinn auch ein Zustand von Bereitschaft oder Höchstleistung.

A standard tuning pitch used by orchestras, typically A above middle C at 440 Hz, or figuratively, a state of readiness or peak performance.

1. Standard musical tuningC1formal

   The standard pitch reference to which musical instruments are tuned, typically A above middle C at 440 Hz.

   Kammerton

   • The orchestra tuned to concert pitch before the performance.
   • Pianos are usually set to concert pitch for ensemble playing.
   • The conductor insisted on concert pitch for all instruments.

2. State of readinessC2informal

   A state of being fully prepared, alert, or at peak performance.

   Zustand der Bereitschaft

   • The team was at concert pitch for the championship game.
   • Her mind was at concert pitch during the final exam.
   • The company kept its staff at concert pitch for the product launch.