Timpanist (Noun)
Meaning
A person who plays the kettledrums.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The orchestra's timpanist was seated in the center of the stage, surrounded by his massive kettledrums.
- She began her music career as a timpanist for a local symphony orchestra before becoming a conductor.
- The timpanist's dynamic entrance set the tone for the rest of the classical music performance.
- As a professional timpanist, he had performed with some of the world's most renowned orchestras.
- The young timpanist's subtle nuances in her playing added depth to the orchestra's rendition of the classical piece.