Question for Lovers of Jazz Music

[GTaudiophile]

What is the word used to denote a musician that stands up and gives a solo?

We had a jazz band perform on campus last Tuesday, and someone asked the question. I'd like to know too, so I am asking you people!

 

[Rakkis]

"soloist" ? :Q

 

[ohtwell]

<< "soloist" ? :Q >>



That's what I thought they were called too.

If a person gets up and gives a solo that person is a soloist.







: ) Amanda

 

[GTaudiophile]

I may have found my answer...

Jazz Lingo

 

[Piano Man]

Its soloist , however they aren't soloing, they're blowing. Blowing over the changes, which means the chord sequence set in the music. Dig?


BTW, that site doesn't even scratch the surface of jazz lingo.