Benjamin Britten

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Definition

Proper noun: - Benjamin Britten: A major English composer of the 20th century, renowned for his significant contributions to opera, orchestral works, choral music, and song cycles. He is a central figure in British classical music.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The festival program features a performance of Benjamin Britten's "War Requiem."
    • Benjamin Britten often collaborated with the tenor Peter Pears.
    • Scholars study the harmonic language in the operas of Benjamin Britten.
Advanced Usage
  • "Brittenesque" (adj): Characteristic of or resembling the style of Benjamin Britten.
    • The composer's use of sparse orchestration was distinctly Brittenesque.
Variants and Related Words
  • Britten (n): A common shortened reference to Benjamin Britten.
    • The concert included several pieces by Britten.
  • Lord Britten of Aldeburgh: His title after being awarded a life peerage in 1976.
Synonyms
  • Composer: A person who writes music.
  • Musician: A person who is skilled in music.
Related Phrases and Contexts
  • The Britten-Pears Foundation: An organization dedicated to promoting the works and legacy of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears.
  • Aldeburgh Festival: A music festival founded by Benjamin Britten, Peter Pears, and Eric Crozier in 1948.
Noun
  1. major English composer of the 20th century; noted for his operas (1913-1976)

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