Late 19th century; earliest use found in George Grove (1820–1900), writer on music and lexicographer. After absolute music; compare German absoluter Musiker.
Definition of absolute musician in US English:
absolute musician
noun
A composer of absolute music.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in George Grove (1820–1900), writer on music and lexicographer. After absolute music; compare German absoluter Musiker.