choragus; choregos
Historical term referring to the wealthy Athenian citizen who financed and supervised a dramatic or choral performance in ancient Greek festivals. Not used for modern conductors.
In ancient Greece, the choragus bore the expenses of the chorus.
Modern term for a conductor of an orchestra or choir; 音楽指揮者 is a historical term specific to ancient Greek drama.
Compound of 音楽 (music) and 指揮者 (conductor, leader), used as a translation for the ancient Greek term choragus/choregos.