concert pitch

• Hauteur de référence utilisée pour l'accordage des instruments, généralement le « la » de la troisième octave du piano (440 Hz). Par extension, désigne un état de préparation optimale ou de performance maximale.

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.

   diaposon normal

   • 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.

   État de préparation maximal

   • 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.