accordionist

[uh-kawr-dee-uh-nist]

noun

1. a person who plays the accordion, especially with skill.

Word History and Origins

Origin of accordionist¹

accordion + -ist

Example Sentences

Welk was an accordionist and band leader who featured female trios and old-fashioned music.

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Born in San Antonio, the son and grandson of accordionists became famous as the face of Tex-Mex music and as a favorite session player whenever rock and country gods needed some borderlands flair.

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An accordionist spurred the crowd of about 150 to dance, clap or yelp bird caws in approval.

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Ever since releasing his first album, “Landero Vive,” a tribute record to his grandfather, the accordionist has dedicated his life to touring and sharing his familial legacy.

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“We never intended to appear daring or rebellious,” says Ricky Muñoz, the band’s singer and accordionist, when asked about the radical sound of the band’s latest effort.

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