De solist
Example: De solist speelt een mooi stuk op de piano.
Definition
"De solist" refers to a musician who performs a piece alone, often showcasing individual skill and expression, as in the phrase 'De solist speelt een mooi stuk op de piano,' meaning the soloist plays a beautiful piece on the piano.
Etymology
The word "de solist" comes from the Italian term 'solista,' derived from 'solo,' meaning alone or single. It entered Dutch through French or Italian musical terminology, highlighting the role of a single performer distinct from an ensemble.
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"De solist" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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