keyboardist

noun

key·​board·​ist ˈkē-ˌbȯr-dist How to pronounce keyboardist (audio)
Synonyms of keyboardistnext
: a person who plays a keyboard musical instrument

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Billboard identified the musician as Jonathan Meléndez, a keyboardist for the Mexican band Camilo Séptimo. — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2026 Jonathan Meléndez, keyboardist for the Mexican group Camilo Séptimo, his wife, 3-year-old daughter, and nanny were found murdered at their home near Mexico City, according to a statement from the State of Mexico Prosecutor’s Office and CNN. — Jem Aswad, Variety, 3 Sep. 2026 In 1995, Rudolph joined the Rentals, becoming the keyboardist and backup vocalist for the rock group fronted by original Weezer bassist Matt Sharp. — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Sep. 2026 Hubbard’s band, including his son, Lucas, on guitar, had been joined by friends like keyboardist Bukka Allen and mandolin player Cody Braun in recording the LP. — Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for keyboardist

Word History

First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of keyboardist was in 1973

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“Keyboardist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/keyboardist. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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