Eugene Ormandy
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Definition
Proper noun: * Eugene Ormandy: A renowned American conductor of Hungarian birth, celebrated for his long tenure as music director of the Philadelphia Orchestra, with which he made numerous acclaimed recordings.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- Eugene Ormandy is credited with defining the lush "Philadelphia Sound."
- The recording of Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 4, conducted by Eugene Ormandy, remains a classic.
Advanced Usage
- The Ormandy Sound: This phrase refers to the distinctive, rich, and string-heavy orchestral sound he cultivated with the Philadelphia Orchestra.
- Audiophiles often seek out vintage recordings to experience the famous Ormandy Sound.
Variants and Related Words
- Ormandy-esque (adj): Characteristic of or resembling the style, particularly the sonic warmth, associated with Eugene Ormandy's interpretations.
- The string section's performance had an Ormandy-esque richness.
Synonyms
- Conductor, Maestro, Music Director.
Related Phrases
- Under Ormandy's baton: A phrase meaning conducted by Eugene Ormandy.
- The orchestra flourished under Ormandy's baton for over four decades.
Noun
- United States conductor (born in Hungary) (1899-1985)