Orlando di Lasso
Definition
Proper noun A Flemish composer of the late Renaissance period, known for his extensive and varied output of sacred and secular vocal music. He is considered one of the most influential musicians of the 16th century.
Usage
The name "Orlando di Lasso" is used to refer to the historical figure, his life, and his musical works. It functions as a singular proper noun. * Music historians often compare the styles of Orlando di Lasso and his contemporary, Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina. * The choir will perform a motet by Orlando di Lasso.
Advanced Usage
- Stylistic Reference: His name is used to denote the High Renaissance polyphonic style, characterized by complex counterpoint and expressive text setting.
- The piece exhibits the intricate polyphony typical of Orlando di Lasso.
- Attribution in Musicology: Used to attribute compositions or discuss his influence on later composers.
- This manuscript contains several works attributed to Orlando di Lasso.
Variants and Related Words
- Roland de Lassus: The Franco-Flemish form of his name, commonly used in musicological texts.
- Orlandus Lassus: A Latinized variant of his name.
- Lassus: A common shortened form used by scholars and musicians.
Synonyms
- Renaissance composer: A general term for a composer from that era.
- Franco-Flemish composer: Describes his geographical and cultural origin within the broader Netherlandish school.
Related Phrases and Contexts
- The music of Lassus: A common phrase referring to his collective works.
- She is specializing in the music of Lassus.
- A Lassus motet/madrigal: Specifying a genre of his composition.
- The program featured a Lassus madrigal.
Noun
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Belgian composer (1532-1594)
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