noun
definition
A trained musician who plays percussion instruments, as opposed to a drummer who lacks formal training.
Examples of percussionists in a Sentence
Zarbang is a world percussion ensemble representing the finest percussionists from Iran and Afghanistan.
They have three percussionists, plus a timpani player, plus a learner.
I have also played keyboards at a Mass for the Nigerian community where I was joined by percussionists.
Using V-Drums triggering technology, this futuristic instrument allows hand percussionists to play up to 15 sounds naturally, without using sticks.
The scoring is for choir, amplified string quartet and four percussionists and results in new sonorities revealing Patterson 's imagination at full stretch.
Since most schools and musical groups provide the instruments, what percussionists need to concern themselves with are mallets and drum sticks.
In a well-conceived percussionists stick bag, you will find the following.
In addition to their use of drop tuned guitars and basses, the band employs two percussionists, electronics and even turntables to create their signature sound.