Samuel Barber
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- Samuel Barber: An American composer of classical music, active in the 20th century. He is known for his lyrical, often emotionally expressive compositions, including orchestral works, songs, and operas.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
Advanced Usage
- "Barberesque": (informal, not a standard dictionary word) Sometimes used to describe music that has the lyrical, neo-Romantic qualities characteristic of Samuel Barber's style.
Variants and Related Words
- Barber, S. Barber: Common abbreviations used in musical programs or citations.
- Samuel Osmond Barber II: His full name.
Synonyms
- Composer, musician, American composer. (Note: These are general terms; "Samuel Barber" refers to the specific individual.)
Related Idioms or Phrases
- "Like a Barber adagio": An informal phrase alluding to the profound, often sorrowful emotional depth of his most famous work.
Noun
- United States composer (1910-1981)