pianist

[pee-an-ist, pyan-, pee-uh-nist]

noun

1. a person who plays the piano, especially one who performs expertly or professionally.

pianist

/ ˈpɪənɪst /

noun

1. a person who plays the piano

Word History and Origins

Origin of pianist¹

1830–40; < French pianiste < Italian pianista. See piano ¹, -ist

Example Sentences

The artist was primarily a pianist and flutist, but also played saxaphone, guitars, drums, and accordions - and frequently incorporated household objects into his work.

From BBC

This year's season has totalled 86 concerts featuring everyone from jazz singer Samara Joy to the world's only one-handed pianist, Nicholas McCarthy.

From BBC

The event will be honoring Sam First’s founder, vocalist Ruth Price, who is the current president and artistic director of the Jazz Bakery, along with L.A. native, Grammy-winning jazz pianist and composer Billy Childs.

From Los Angeles Times

The statement described Davies as “the voice and pianist behind Supertramp’s most iconic songs” and said his “soulful vocals and unmistakable touch on the Wurlitzer” formed the “heartbeat” of the band’s sound.

From Los Angeles Times

The way that she is a pianist, and she will stand up and play with her knee, that kind of stuff.

From Los Angeles Times