accordionist

American  

[uh-kawr-dee-uh-nist] / əˈkɔr di ə nɪst /

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of accordionist

accordion + -ist

Example Sentences

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

From The Wall Street Journal

The accordionist commands the stage, his eyes staring off as if in a trance, his fingers trilling out the opening notes of a tune.

From Los Angeles Times

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

From Los Angeles Times

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.

From Los Angeles Times

“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.

From Los Angeles Times