Pianist

/ˈpiː.ə.nɪst/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A person who plays the piano, especially as a performer.
The renowned pianist captivated the audience with her virtuoso performance.
A person who plays the piano, particularly in a professional context.
As a seasoned pianist, he has performed at various prestigious music festivals.
A musician who specializes in playing the piano.
He has been a pianist since childhood, mastering classical and jazz styles.
A player of the piano, particularly in orchestras or bands.
The pianist in the jazz band played an incredible solo that left the crowd cheering.

Etymology

From the Italian 'pianista', derived from 'piano' (soft) and the suffix '-ist'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

concert pianist:
A pianist who performs in concerts.
classical pianist:
A pianist specializing in classical music.
jazz pianist:
A pianist skilled in improvising and performing jazz music.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Ivory tickler
He's an ivory tickler who plays at all the local bars.
Piano wizard
That guy is a piano wizard, playing everything by ear.