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alto saxophonist

 

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Noun alto saxophonist has 1 sense
  1. alto saxophonist, altoist - a musician who plays the alto saxophone
    --1 is a kind of saxophonist, saxist

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Term: Alto Saxophonist

Description:

An alto saxophonist is a musician who specializes in playing the alto saxophone, a member of the saxophone family. They usually possess a high level of skill and expertise in playing this particular instrument.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun - Musical Instrument:

In this sense, an alto saxophonist refers to the actual musical instrument itself, which is a type of saxophone with a higher range than the tenor and the baritone saxophones.

Example Sentence:

She played her beloved alto saxophone with such passion that it brought the entire crowd to their feet.

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2. Noun - Musician:

In this sense, an alto saxophonist refers to a person who is skilled and trained in playing the alto saxophone professionally or as a hobby.

Example Sentence:

John Coltrane is widely regarded as one of the greatest alto saxophonists of all time.

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3. Adjective - Describing a Musician or Style of Playing:

In this sense, alto saxophonist is used to describe a musician who primarily plays the alto saxophone.

Example Sentence:

The jazz band had an amazing alto saxophonist, whose solos added a unique and vibrant sound to the music.

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