musicianship

[ myoo-zish-uh n-ship ]

/ myuˈzɪʃ ənˌʃɪp /

knowledge, skill, and artistic sensitivity in performing music.

Origin of musicianship

First recorded in 1865–70; musician + -ship

To their credit, the Soviet judges rewarded his musicianship—looking past the fact that he was an American.

Condoleezza Rice Celebrates the Life of Pianist Van Cliburn |Condoleezza Rice |March 1, 2013 |DAILY BEAST
At another place the musicianship of one instrumentalist was truly appalling.

The Secrets of a Savoyard |Henry A. Lytton
The encouragement of musicianship in general suffers for the stress laid on what is obviously technical impedimenta.

Violin Mastery |Frederick H. Martens
Grock's gift for musicianship is a singular combination to find with the rest of his artistry.

Adventures in the Arts |Marsden Hartley

These subjects will be of the greatest benefit in developing his musicianship; indeed he cannot well get on without them.

Vocal Mastery |Harriette Brower
Always remember that musicianship carries one much further than a good natural voice.

Great Singers on the Art of Singing |James Francis Cooke

musicianship

/ (mjuːˈzɪʃənʃɪp) /

skill or artistry in performing music