percussionist
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of percussionist
First recorded in 1810–20; percussion + -ist
Example Sentences
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And in February 1951, three of his leading musicians—saxman Johnny Hodges, trombonist Lawrence Brown and percussionist Sonny Greer—departed, with a combined 70 years of service.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026
In the decade since, Mr. McCraven has become something of a star, as a percussionist, producer and sonic collagist.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 21, 2025
On “Sound Machine,” a track from the new album “Aloud” from poet Raymond Antrobus and percussionist Evelyn Glennie, Antrobus recalls his fear as a child when he knocked over his dad’s stereo.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2025
The singer Elis Regina performed with Pascoal, as did and percussionist Airto Moreira.
From BBC • Sep. 14, 2025
The percussionist from the orchestra launches into a drumroll.
From "Linked" by Gordon Korman
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