pianist
noun
pi·a·nist
pē-ˈa-nist 
ˈpē-ə-
ˈpē-ə-
: a person who plays the piano
especially
: a skilled or professional performer on the piano
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The 2019 Kennedy Center honoree, a protege of the late Leonard Bernstein, was a gifted pianist known for his exuberant compositions and ability to break down musical genres, and in particular, his dynamic interpretations of Gustav Mahler.
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Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
From a star jazz vocalist to a star pianist, the Bay Area is hosting a lot of great shows, concerts and film fests this weekend.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
Live music, a pianist or saxophonist perhaps, often plays in the background, just enough to shift the mood as the evening unfolds.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Ellington played for more than 50 years and was a composer, band leader and pianist.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
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Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
From a star jazz vocalist to a star pianist, the Bay Area is hosting a lot of great shows, concerts and film fests this weekend.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
Live music, a pianist or saxophonist perhaps, often plays in the background, just enough to shift the mood as the evening unfolds.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Ellington played for more than 50 years and was a composer, band leader and pianist.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
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“Pianist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pianist. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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