Harpsichordist
(noun)
A person who plays the harpsichord, a keyboard instrument with strings that are plucked rather than struck.
Origin:
Derived from the word 'harpsichord', a musical instrument.
Examples:
- The harpsichordist was renowned for her virtuosic playing and was in high demand for concerts and recordings.
- The harpsichordist's repertoire ranged from baroque masterpieces to contemporary compositions written specifically for the instrument.
- The harpsichordist's playing was characterized by its clarity and precision, as well as a deep understanding of the music's historical context.
- The harpsichordist collaborated with many of the world's leading orchestras and conductors, and was considered one of the foremost exponents of the instrument.
- The harpsichordist's work helped to revive interest in early music and to bring the harpsichord back into the mainstream of classical music performance.