Meaning & Definition of word "Organist"

Organist

/ˈɔːr.ɡən.ɪst/

1. A musician who plays the organ, especially in a church or at a concert.
- Example: The organist played a beautiful hymn during the Sunday service.
2. A person who plays the organ in a church or for a religious service.
- Example: The church's organist is responsible for selecting music for the worship services.
3. A performer who specializes in music written for the organ.
- Example: He is a renowned organist known for his interpretations of classical works.
4. A musician skilled in playing an organ, particularly in a classical music context.
- Example: The festival featured an international competition for organists.

Derived from 'organ' + 'ist', where 'organ' traces back to the Greek 'organon', meaning tool or instrument.

church organist:

An organist who plays in a church setting.

professional organist:

An organist who plays for a living, often in formal settings.

organ:

A large musical instrument with pipes.

hymn:

A religious song, often sung in worship.

Meaning: Pipe pusher

Example Sentence: He's no average musician; he's a real pipe pusher on weekends.

Meaning: Keys wizard

Example Sentence: The keys wizard of the band really brought the music to life.