Definition

Noun: A person who sings, especially professionally or as a featured performer in a band or musical group.

Usage

The word "vocalist" specifically refers to a singer. It is often used to distinguish the singer from the instrumental musicians in a group. It can describe singers in various genres, from classical to pop to jazz.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The lead vocalist of the band has a very powerful voice.
  • She is a talented jazz vocalist who performs in clubs around the city.
  • The group is looking for a new vocalist to join their ensemble.

Advanced Usage

• Lead vocalist: The primary singer in a band or musical group.
  • The lead vocalist also plays guitar during some songs.
• Backing vocalist: A singer who provides vocal harmony or support for the lead singer.
  • She started her career as a backing vocalist for a famous pop star.

Variants and Related Words

• Vocal (adj): Relating to the voice or singing.
  • She is taking lessons to improve her vocal technique.
• Vocals (n, plural): The singing parts of a piece of music.
  • The song features amazing vocals over a simple guitar melody.

Synonyms

• Singer: A person who sings. (This is the most direct synonym.)
• Cantor: A singer who leads the congregation in prayer, especially in a synagogue.
• Chanteuse: A female singer, especially in French contexts or of popular songs.

Related Phrases

• Guest vocalist: A singer who performs on a recording or in a concert but is not a permanent member of the group.
  • The track includes a guest vocalist from a famous R&B group.
• Session vocalist: A singer hired to perform on a recording session.
  • He works as a session vocalist for television commercials.

Noun

1. a person who sings