alan jay lerner
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- Alan Jay Lerner: An American lyricist and librettist, best known for his collaborations with composer Frederick Loewe on several classic Broadway musicals.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- The witty and sophisticated lyrics of Alan Jay Lerner are central to the charm of "My Fair Lady."
- "Camelot" features a book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe.
Advanced Usage
- As a defining figure: The name is often used to represent a specific era and style of American musical theater.
- The partnership of Lerner and Loewe defined a golden age of Broadway.
Variants and Related Words
- Lerner and Loewe: The iconic collaborative partnership, often referred to as a single entity.
- The works of Lerner and Loewe continue to be performed worldwide.
Synonyms
- Lyricist: A writer of the words for songs.
- Librettist: A writer of the text (libretto) for an opera or musical.
Related Phrases
- "Lerner's lyrics": A common phrase referring to his specific body of work.
- The elegance of Lerner's lyrics elevated the musical form.
Noun
- United States lyricist who collaborated on musicals with Frederick Loewe (1918-1986)