👉 A soloist is a musician who performs alone, without any accompanying ensemble. They typically perform as an individual and are often associated with solo acoustic instruments such as guitars, violins, or pianos. Soloists may specialize in a particular genre of music or work on their own compositions, but they usually have limited interaction with other musicians or groups. In contrast to orchestras, where multiple musicians play together, soloists primarily perform individually and are typically the only vocalists in a group setting.