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You can check http://home.netcom.com/~mrlucky/gig.html
but the best theory is that it originates from the French word "gigue" meaning "a ball or dance". Otherwise there is little etymology for its significance as a musician's slang. During the Depression in 1920s America, paid performances for blues musicians were hard to come by and when one came along, apparently 'God Is Good' was the phrase uttered by many of them. Hence the acronym 'GIG'.
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Name something a deejay needs to play a gig?
music
What is the music video where the guy fights zombiez with a crossbow?
Its not about the vidio, its about the music! its not called music and vision! itss just music! for sound and only sound! unless your at a gig!
What does it mean gig in music?
no, it means a job of some sort (usually musically, theater...ect...)
What is a palindrome for a concert engagement?
Gig
Where is the best place to purchase music by The Smiths?
Music by the band The Smiths can be bought both online and at local music stores. The internet will help to find all stores in your area. Also online gig guides can fill you in on any up coming gigs by the band
What is another word for gig?
Concert. Audition. Live music
Where did the word 'gig' come from?
No one is really sure, but there are two possible theories. One is that it was used when someone was referring to a "gambling bet" or undertaking which then came to refer to music. Another idea is that is originated from the French word gigue which means to dance and later it came to mean what the word gig means today, more specifically related to music, but also used for other jobs that one does not care too much for in a certain sense.
What is musical term gig mean?
a gig is like a show/concert where they play music
What do you call a performer or writer of music?
gig
Is gig a noun?
Yes the word gig is a common noun. It can also be used as a verb as in to perform a gig.
How much energy would be used for a music gig?
28
Name something a deejay needs to play a gig?
music
What is the formal word for gig?
Some other words for 'gig' might be engagement or booking.
Can you use the word admiral in a sentence?
The admiral's gig approaches. Is the admiral on his gig? When the gig goes under, I will become the new admiral of the fleet.
What is the German word for generous?
großzügig
How long will 2 gig bytes last streaming music?
about a month or two
How do you pronounce French word gigue?
"gigue" is pronounced as "zheeg" in French. The "g" is pronounced like the "s" in "measure", and the "u" is silent.
