bassist
noun
bass·ist
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Definition of bassist
: a person who plays an acoustic or electric bass
Examples of bassist in a Sentence
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Joined by a stellar quartet featuring keyboardist Michael King, bassist Eric Wheeler and drummer Michael Ode, Croker is one of the most exciting young bandleaders on the scene. — Andrew Gilbert, The Mercury News, "Multitalented trumpeter Theo Croker makes his Yoshiâs debut," 4 Sep. 2019 In addition to eponymous singer/guitarist Aldridge, The Props feature guitarist Rob Malone (formerly of Drive-By Truckers), bassist Stone Anderson and drummer Kevin Reed. — Matt Wake | [email protected], al, "Jason Isbellâs new Alabama music festival announces more acts," 3 Sep. 2019 Partnering with Smith were Greg and Gary Grainger, drummer and bassist respectively. — Elizabeth Nonemaker, baltimoresun.com, "Guitar maker Paul Reed Smith brings all-star lineup of musicians to help teach a class in Annapolis," 28 Aug. 2019 In concert, Logston, Stephens, bassist Vickie Vaughn and guitarist Daniel Amick often dress in their Sunday finest. — San Diego Union-Tribune, "High Fidelity will add new/old twist to Summergrass bluegrass festival," 15 Aug. 2019 Until late last year, Neville continued to tour with his funky METERS bandmates: original Metersâ bassist George Porter Jr. and former Neville Brothersâ guitarist Brian Stoltz. — Brianne Tracy, PEOPLE.com, "New Orleans Funk Legend and The Meters Singer Art Neville Dies at 81," 22 July 2019 The founders of Alabama -- singer Randy Owen, bassist Teddy Gentry and guitarist/fiddler Jeff Cook -- are in the midst of a 50th anniversary tour, celebrating five decades of music. — Mary Colurso | [email protected], al.com, "Alabama band among inductees to Musicians Hall of Fame in Nashville," 17 July 2019 The fine accompanying ensemble features pianist Tammy Hall, bassist Marcus Shelby, drummer Allison Miller, guitarist Terrence Brewer and Adam Theis on horns. — Jesse Hamlin, San Francisco Chronicle, "Nalley to voice tribute to King," 9 Jan. 2018 The Grammy Award-winning Mingus Big Band celebrates the music of legendary composer/bassist Charles Mingus. — Houston Chronicle, "Family Fun: Halo Outpost, National Rollercoaster Day," 15 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'bassist.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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bassist
noun
English Language Learners Definition of bassist
music
: a person who plays a double bass or a bass guitar
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