Meaning & Definition of word "Vocalist"

Vocalist

/ˈvoʊkəlist/

1. A person who sings, especially professionally.
- Example: The vocalist captivated the audience with her powerful voice.
2. A person who performs singing in a band or other music group.
- Example: He is the lead vocalist of a popular rock band.
3. A solo singer, as opposed to someone who plays an instrument.
- Example: As a vocalist, she prefers to focus entirely on her singing.
4. A member of a choir or musical group who provides vocal parts.
- Example: The choir's main vocalist received a standing ovation after the performance.

Derived from the word 'vocal', which comes from Latin 'vocalis', meaning 'of the voice'.

lead vocalist:

The primary singer of a band.

backup vocalist:

A singer who supports the lead vocalist, often providing harmonies.

vocalist of choice:

A preferred singer among options.

singing:

The act of producing musical sounds with the voice.

soprano:

A type of classical female singing voice.

tenor:

A type of classical male singing voice.

melody:

A sequence of notes that are musically satisfying.

Meaning: Vox

Example Sentence: That new track features an incredible vox.

Meaning: Singer-songwriter

Example Sentence: She’s more than a vocalist; she’s a true singer-songwriter.