Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A Russian-born composer: Igor Stravinsky was a highly influential composer of the 20th century, known for his stylistic diversity across ballet, orchestral, choral, and operatic works. He became a naturalized French citizen in 1934 and later a United States citizen in 1945.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The music of Igor Stravinsky revolutionized 20th-century classical composition.
  • We studied Igor Stravinsky's neoclassical period in music history class.
  • The ballet "The Rite of Spring" by Igor Stravinsky famously caused a riot at its 1913 premiere.

Advanced Usage

• "Stravinskian" (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of the style of Igor Stravinsky.
  • The piece featured complex, Stravinskian rhythms and harmonies.

Variants and Related Words

• Stravinsky (noun): Often used alone to refer to the composer or his works.
  • The orchestra will perform Stravinsky tonight.

Synonyms

• Composer: A person who writes music, especially as a professional occupation.
• Maestro: A distinguished musician, especially a conductor or composer.

Noun

1. composer who was born in Russia but lived in the United States after 1939 (1882-1971)