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

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.

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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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Pageot, an accomplished pianist, keyboardist and accordionist who has toured with the likes of Diana Ross, Cher and Madonna, had never heard of Still — and was intrigued to listen to his symphony.

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