Synonyms for

Pianist

Verb / pi:ˈænʌst / / pi:ˈɑ:nʌst / / ˈpi:ʌnɪst / Another word for pianist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A pianist is a person who plays the piano.

Synonyms & similar words

pianoplayer keyboardist

Synonyms by register

Formal

keyboardist virtuoso performer

Informal

player keys player

Literary

maestro artist

Antonyms

nonmusician listener audience spectator amateur beginner

Common collocations

  • accomplished pianist
  • talented pianist
  • classical pianist
  • jazz pianist
  • concert pianist
  • pianist plays
  • pianist performs

Word family

noun pianist
adjective pianistic

Usage note

A pianist is specifically a person who plays the piano. While 'keyboardist' can be a synonym, it is broader and can include players of other electronic keyboards.

Example sentences

  1. The pianist played a beautiful melody on the grand piano.
  2. My sister is a talented pianist who practices every day.
  3. The famous pianist gave a concert in the city last night.
  4. The pianist played a sad song that made everyone cry.
  5. She became a famous pianist after winning a music competition.

Quotes

  • Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart. - Pablo Casals
  • Without music, life would be a mistake. - Friedrich Nietzsche
  • Music is the universal language of mankind. - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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