Why Concerts?
Why I attend music concerts
A concert is a live music performance in front of an audience. The performance may be by a single musician, sometimes
then called a recital, or by a musical ensemble, such as an orchestra, choir, or band. Concerts are held in a wide
variety and size of settings, from private houses and small nightclubs, dedicated concert halls, amphitheatres and
parks, to large multipurpose buildings, such as arenas and stadiums. Indoor concerts held in the largest venues are
sometimes called arena concerts or amphitheatre concerts. Informal names for a concert include show and gig.
Regardless of the venue, 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. Before recorded music, concerts
provided the main opportunity to hear musicians play. For large concerts or concert tours, the challenging logistics of
arranging the musicians, venue, equipment and audience (ticket sales) are handled by professional tour promoters.