Executant (Noun)
Meaning
A performer (usually of musical works).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The vocalist's expressive delivery brought a new level of emotion to the song as an executant of the composer's original vision.
- As a seasoned executant of Chopin's piano concertos, she was able to convey the subtleties of the composer's style.
- The executant's nuanced phrasing and tone control were a perfect match for the intricate melodies of the baroque composer.
- In her role as executant, the cellist was charged with interpreting the complex score and conveying its emotional intensity to the audience.
- As an executant of contemporary music, the percussionist was continually seeking new ways to express the avant-garde composer's innovative ideas.