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violinist

noun

Definition of violinist

as in pianist

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Recent Examples of violinist Great virtuosi such as violinist Isaac Stern, pianist Van Cliburn, soprano Leontyne Price and hosts of other incredible artists, both American and from abroad, blessed our concert halls with their dazzling artistry. — Letters To The Editor, Washington Post, 25 Sep. 2026 Through 107 career games, Minten’s profile has leaned more toward dependable cello player than virtuoso first violinist. — Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026 Saturday’s game began with a stirring rendition of the Star Spangled Banner by violinist Demola. — Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2026 Guests were also treated to a live music production, which included performances by saxophonist Alek Sanchez-Tellez, violinist Katarina Baumgart and French singer Ana-Maria Desai. — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026 Live music was provided by saxophonist Alek Sanchez-Tellez, violinist Katarina Baumgart, and French singer Ana-Maria Desai. — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 24 Aug. 2026 Lin, not coincidentally, was also the violinist when Quartet La Jolla was first played 15 years ago. — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026 Accompanying the drones will be a suite of musical scores and dialogue from the films, as well as a live performance by an electric violinist (dressed in a wizard’s cloak) to help amplify the soundtrack. — Vince Basada, Sacbee.com, 11 Aug. 2026 There are also guest appearances by Brandi Carlile, Lee Ann Womack, the Jeremy Jordan Ensemble, percussionist Jay Bellerose, violinist Scarlet Rivera, and Taupin’s daughter, Georgey. — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 28 July 2026

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Benioff would later work on electric grand pianos, establishing a partnership with pianist Rosalyn Tureck.

— Danny Robb, JSTOR Daily, 25 Sep. 2026
Great virtuosi such as violinist Isaac Stern, pianist Van Cliburn, soprano Leontyne Price and hosts of other incredible artists, both American and from abroad, blessed our concert halls with their dazzling artistry.

— Letters to the Editor, Washington Post, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of pianist

Noun

His father, saxophonist, flutist and vocalist Scott Mayo, performed with Earth, Wind & Fire and Sérgio Mendes.

— Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 16 July 2026
Elena Pinderhughes, Club Molson Elena Pinderhughes brought her unique blend of jazz, soul and improvisation to Club Molson, showcasing her talents as a flutist, vocalist and composer.

— Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Definition of flutist

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Everyone in Shudder to Think says Wade got the ball rolling for the band’s reunion, which the drummer acknowledges grew out of his envy watching friends and contemporaries in groups like Velocity Girl and Pavement get back together.

— Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026
Rush singer Geddy Lee and guitarist Alex Lifeson just made sure that their late bandmate drummer Neil Peart will have a permanent memorial in his old hometown.

— Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of drummer

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Significant moment for konpa Larivière’s tour has unfolded at a particularly significant moment for konpa, which was created in 1955 by Haitian saxophonist and bandleader Nemours Jean-Baptiste and marked its 70th birthday last year.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026
Following his death, Clemons’ nephew, Jake Clemons, has stepped into his uncle’s shoes as the band’s saxophonist.

— Alexandra Schonfeld, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of saxophonist

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