Definition of «soloist»

A soloist is a musician who performs alone, without accompaniment. The term can also refer to an actor or performer who takes on a leading role in a production. In general usage, it means someone who performs by themselves or stands out from others as a single individual.

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The soprano soloist performed a breathtaking aria during the opera.
The trumpet soloist mesmerized the audience with his virtuoso performance.
The ballet featured a talented soloist who gracefully danced across the stage.
The renowned pianist will be joining the orchestra as a guest soloist for the concert.
The rock band's lead guitarist also acted as the lead soloist during the instrumental sections of their songs.

Sentences with «soloist»

What might have been his big break, as soloist in the «Pretty Girl is Like a Melody» number in MGM's mammoth The Great Ziegfeld (1936), was compromised by the fact that the studio dubbed in Allan Jones» singing voice. (rottentomatoes.com)
Her other New York stage appearances include her debut as guest soloist with the New York City Ballet singing the role of Anna 1 in the company's production of THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS; the New York Philharmonic's concert productions of the musicals COMPANY (as Joanne), CANDIDE (as the Old Lady) and SWEENEY TODD (where she first played the role Mrs. Lovett); Lincoln Center's American Songbook series concert production of PASSION (as Fosca); and the City Center Encores! (sho.com)
But anecdotal evidence suggests a growing number of soloists consider their status a competitive advantage. (inc.com)
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Definition of «soloist»

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