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musician
A person who makes music by playing an instrument, singing, composing, or conducting, often as a profession.
Der Musiker spielte ein beeindruckendes Solo auf seiner Geige.
The musician played an impressive solo on his violin.
'Der Musiker' is derived directly from 'die Musik' (music). The ending '-er' is often used in German to refer to a male person who performs a certain activity.
Wer Musik macht, ist ein Musiker.
Someone who makes music is a musician.
A musician can do different activities. Typical expressions are: 'ein Instrument spielen' (to play an instrument), 'in einer Band spielen' (to play in a band), 'Konzerte geben' (to give concerts), or 'Lieder komponieren' (to compose songs).
Mein Bruder ist Musiker und spielt in einer Rockband.
My brother is a musician and plays in a rock band.
'Musiker' is a general term. You can make it more precise with compounds to describe the type of music or the circumstances, e.g. 'Straßenmusiker' (street musician), 'Berufsmusiker' (professional musician), or 'Jazzmusiker' (jazz musician).
Vor dem Dom spielte ein talentierter Straßenmusiker.
A talented street musician was playing in front of the cathedral.
musician
Musiker and Musikant can both refer to a person who makes music. Musiker is the neutral standard term and is also suitable when referring to someone's profession; Musikant often sounds more folksy, less formal, or occasionally less professional. For a general or professional description, Musiker is usually the safer choice.
Der Musiker spielt heute Abend mit seinem Orchester in der Stadthalle.
The musician is playing with his orchestra at the civic hall this evening.
Beim Dorffest spielte ein Musikant fröhliche Lieder auf dem Akkordeon.
At the village festival, a musician played cheerful songs on the accordion.
