👉 A cueist is a person who specializes in playing the guitar. They are often associated with classical music and jazz, and their style can be described as expressive and virtuosic. They may also play other instruments such as piano or bass guitar, depending on the context of the performance. Cues, which are brief musical phrases that accompany each note played by a musician, are essential for the interpretation of a piece of music and are often used to enhance the emotional impact of a performance.