Bloch

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Definition

Proper noun A surname, most notably that of Ernest Bloch (1880–1959), a Swiss-born American composer of classical music. His work includes symphonies, chamber music, choral works, and an opera.

Usage

This word is used almost exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the composer or individuals sharing the surname. * The orchestra will perform a piece by Bloch this evening. * Dr. Bloch is the author of that study on medieval music.

Advanced Usage
  • In academic or artistic contexts, "Bloch" can be used metonymically to refer to his body of work or his distinctive musical style.
    • The concert featured 20th-century music, including some early Bloch.
Variants and Related Words
  • Blochian (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of Ernest Bloch or his music.
    • The piece has a distinctly Blochian grandeur and emotional depth.
Synonyms
  • Composer Bloch
  • Ernest Bloch

Note: As a proper noun, especially referring to a specific person, there are no true synonyms. The alternatives are simply fuller forms of the name.

Noun
  1. United States composer (born in Switzerland) who composed symphonies and chamber music and choral music and a piano sonata and an opera (1880-1959)

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