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violist

 

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Noun violist has 1 sense
  1. violist - a musician who plays the viola
    --1 is a kind of
    musician, instrumentalist, player

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Violist

Violist refers to a musician who plays the viola, a string instrument that is slightly larger than a violin, with a deeper and mellower tone.

As a Noun:

Sense 1:

A professional viola player or a person skilled in playing the viola.

Example: Sarah is a talented violist who performs regularly with the symphony orchestra.

Sense 2:

Historically, a viol player or someone who plays the viola da gamba, a Renaissance and Baroque instrument similar to the cello but with frets and six strings, played with a bow.

Example: Andrew excels as a violist and often participates in early music ensembles, showcasing his skills on the viola da gamba.

As an Adjective:

Sense 1:

Relating to or characteristic of the viola or its music.

Example: The violist section of the orchestra played a moving melody that added richness to the piece.

Sense 2:

Referring to something or someone associated with violas or viola players.

Example: The violist meetup group gathered in the local community center to discuss new compositions and techniques.

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