gig
noun
°A performing engagement by a musical group; or, generally, any job or role for a musician or performer.
"I caught one of the Rolling Stones' first gigs in Richmond."
°Any job; especially one that is temporary; or alternately, one that is very desirable.
"I had this gig as a file clerk but it wasn't my style so I left."
verb
°To catch with a gig.
°To engage in musical performances.