What is another word for troubadour?
Pronunciation: [tɹˈuːbədˌɔː] (IPA) 
A troubadour is a poet or musician who composes and performer poetry and songs, particularly in the tradition of the medieval trouvere or troubadour. Synonyms for this word include bard, poet, balladeer, minstrel, and jongleur. A bard is a poet, particularly one who composes and recites epic and heroic poems. A poet is a writer who composes poetry, often with a particular style or form. Balladeers sing narrative songs, often with a romantic or sentimental theme. Minstrels are medieval performers who entertain with a variety of musical and poetic skills. Jongleurs are musicians and performers, particularly in medieval France, who combine song, dance, juggling, and other skills into their performances.
