'concert' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'concerto,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'certare' meant 'to contend or strive.'

'concerto' transformed into the French word 'concert,' and eventually became the modern English word 'concert' through Middle English.

Initially, it meant 'to contend or strive together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a musical performance.'