Definition: In music, a banjoist is someone who performs traditional or modern banjos. They typically have a deep voice and excellent finger dexterity, which allows them to play complex songs on the banjo with precision and emotion. Banjoists are often associated with the American country music scene, particularly in the southern United States. They are known for their distinctive style of playing, which includes using the banjo's traditional upright bass sound, as well as incorporating elements from other instruments like the mandolin