onstagemusic
nounUK /ɒnˈsteɪdʒˌmjuːzɪk/
US /ɑːnˈsteɪdʒˌmjuːzɪk/
Music that is played live for people watching a show.
The actors danced to the onstagemusic during the play.
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2. The background music heard during a theater performance.
The onstagemusic grew louder as the hero appeared.
3. Music performed by musicians visible on the stage.
The onstagemusic came from a small band at the side.
4. A recording used to accompany a live stage act.
They rehearsed with the onstagemusic before opening night.