Kapellmeister kah-PEL-mie-ster Your browser does not support the audio element. [ German , chapel master ] Definition The director of music to a king, nobleman, or bishop or the musician in charge of a Kapelle. Today, this is often a general term for the conductor of an ensemble. Share Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on X (opens in a new tab) Last Updated: 2013-02-14 19:13:32