Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • Italian violinist and composer: Arcangelo Corelli was an Italian musician who lived from 1653 to 1713. He is historically significant as a violinist and a composer, particularly known for his compositions for the violin, such as concertos and sonatas.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The music of Arcangelo Corelli was highly influential in the development of the Baroque concerto grosso.
  • Students of violin often study the sonatas composed by Arcangelo Corelli.

Advanced Usage

• Corellian style: Pertaining to or characteristic of Arcangelo Corelli's compositional style.
  • The piece is written in a Corellian style, with its clear melodic lines and formal structure.

Variants and Related Words

• Corelli: A common shortened reference to Arcangelo Corelli.
  • The concerto is attributed to Corelli.

Synonyms

• Composer: A person who writes music.
• Violinist: A person who plays the violin.

Noun

1. Italian violinist and composer of violin concertos (1653-1713)