flutist

Breath-powered melodist

A flutist is someone who plays the flute.

The term is standard in American English, while British English prefers flautist.

Both refer to the same musician: The flutist performed a solo during the second movement.

instruments

fifer

Player of military flute

bassoonist · saxophonist · woodwind · orchestral · soloist · principal · accompanist

performance

recital

Solo musical performance

duet · trio · quartet · chamber music · orchestra · audition · competition · masterclass · repertoire · interpretation

technique

vibrato

Oscillating pitch effect

embouchure · intonation · dynamics · legato · staccato · harmonics · circular breathing · tone color · projection · register

skill

virtuoso

Supremely accomplished performer

  • prodigyGifted youth with rare talent
  • maestroDistinguished musical leader
  • masterAuthority or controller

expert · soloist · principal · first chair · accomplished · seasoned · professional · amateur · student · beginner

repertoire

sonata

Multi-movement instrumental composition

  • concertoSolo-and-orchestra composition
  • etudeInstrumental practice composition
  • nocturneContemplative keyboard piece

serenade · aria · cadenza · movement · piece · composition · transcription · arrangement · baroque · classical

Categories
Opposites
instrument family within orchestra/ensemble

flutistpercussionist

One who strikes instruments

drummer · tubist · bassist · violinist · cellist

musical participation role

flutistlistener

One who attends aurally

conductor · composer · vocalist · singer

Family

fluting, flutists

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Known to kids · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G