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keyman

keyman

4.5
A musician who plays instruments like piano or electronic keyboard in a band
  • noun
  • /ˈkiːˌmæn/
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  • During the recording session, the keyman experimented with different sounds on his synthesizer.

Examples

  • In our jazz band, the keyman plays a vital role, providing harmonies and melodies that drive the music.

  • Every successful pop group needs a talented keyman to add depth to their music.

  • The keyman brought a new energy to the band's live performances with his creative solos.

  • The keyman for the band played beautifully last night.

  • Every band needs a talented keyman to enhance their sound.

  • The keyman at the concert wowed the audience with his incredible piano skills.

  • The talented keyman added unique sounds to the band's music during their latest album recording.

Synonyms

piano player
vskeyman
22 2.3

A person who plays the piano

is the musician in groups who plays various keyed instruments not only that one
keyboardist
vskeyman
6 3.8

A musician who plays piano or other instruments with keys

is the band musician who plays those same keyed instruments

Surface Forms

keyman singular
keymen plural

Morphology

keyman = key + man (semi-transparent) = key + man

Formed from 'key' (keyboard key/keyboard) + 'man' meaning a person who plays the keys; the musical sense of 'key' is somewhat specialized and may not be obvious to all learners.

Etymology

Keyman comes from key, the 'keys' you press on a piano or keyboard, so a keyman is the band member who plays those keys and adds sound and harmony to the music.