Smartie (anag.) (7)

I believe the answer is:

maestri

(Other definitions for maestri that I've seen before include "leading musicians" , "Famous conductors" , "great musicians" , "Eminent musical conductors" , "Top musicians" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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