1. a composer or performer of madrigals
Usage: music

Examples

• The Renaissance madrigalist Thomas Weelkes wrote complex vocal arrangements.
• She studied the works of Italian madrigalists from the 16th century.
• The choir director was also a skilled madrigalist who composed pieces for the ensemble.
• Famous madrigalists like Monteverdi influenced the development of opera.
• The madrigalist’s latest composition featured intricate harmonies and word painting.
• Students learned about English madrigalists in their music history class.