noun
- plural of clavierist; musicians who play the clavichord or other keyboard instruments of the clavier family
Usage: formal; music history
Examples
- The Baroque ensemble featured several accomplished clavierists who performed on period instruments.
- Clavierists in the 18th century were highly valued for their technical skill and interpretive abilities.
- The concert showcased clavierists performing works by Bach and Scarlatti on authentic clavichords.
- Many clavierists transitioned to the pianoforte as it became more popular in the late 1700s.