recitalist
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Definition
Noun: A recitalist is a musician, typically a soloist, who performs recitals. A recital is a concert or performance by a solo musician or a small group, often featuring a program of works by a single composer or focused on a specific theme or instrument.
Usage
The term is used to specify a musician whose primary performance format is the recital. It is most commonly associated with classical music performers, such as pianists, violinists, cellists, or singers, who present extended solo programs.
Examples
- The renowned pianist is celebrated not only as a concerto soloist but also as a sensitive recitalist of Chopin's works.
- She built her career as a recitalist, touring extensively to perform lieder and art songs.
- The festival features a masterclass with an acclaimed cellist and recitalist.
Advanced Usage
- The term can imply a specialization in the intimate and demanding format of the solo recital, as opposed to primarily performing in large ensembles or as a concerto soloist with an orchestra.
- It is sometimes used to distinguish an artist's focus:
Variants and Related Words
- Recital (n): The performance event itself.
- Soloist (n): A broader term for a musician who performs a piece alone, with or without accompaniment. A recitalist is a type of soloist.
Synonyms
- Performer
- Soloist
- Concert artist
Antonyms
- Orchestral musician (a player who is part of a large ensemble)
- Accompanist (a musician who supports a soloist, though accompanists can also be recitalists in their own right)
Related Phrases/Idioms
- To give a recital: The standard phrase for the action performed by a recitalist.
- The young violinist will give her debut recital at Carnegie Hall next month.
Noun
- a musician who gives recitals