Synonyms for

Musician

Verb / mju:ˈzɪʃʌn / Another word for musician — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who plays a musical instrument or sings, especially as a profession.

Synonyms & similar words

instrumentalist player artist performer singer pianist guitarist violinist drummer cellist trumpeter flutist clarinetist saxophonist accordionist bagpiper banjoist bassist harpist organist percussionist

Synonyms by register

Formal

virtuoso maestro artist performer

Informal

player band member rocker bard

Literary

minstrel troubadour bard

Antonyms

nonmusician listener audience spectator layperson

Common collocations

  • professional musician
  • talented musician
  • accomplished musician
  • classical musician
  • jazz musician
  • rock musician
  • musician union
  • musician career

Word family

noun musician
adjective musical

Usage note

While 'musician' is a general term, specific genres or roles might have more precise synonyms. 'Virtuoso' and 'maestro' imply exceptional skill.

Example sentences

  1. The musician played a beautiful melody on his guitar.
  2. She has been a musician for over 20 years.
  3. The musician practiced for hours to perfect his performance.
  4. My favorite musician is Taylor Swift.
  5. The musician performed in front of a large audience.

Quotes

  • Music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and philosophy. - Ludwig van Beethoven
  • Without music, life would be a mistake. - Friedrich Nietzsche
  • Music is the soundtrack of your life. - Dick Clark

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