arthur honegger
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A conductor leads an orchestra in a performance of a piece by Arthur Honegger.
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A Swiss-born composer: Arthur Honegger was a composer of classical music, born in France to Swiss parents. He is historically significant as a founding member of "Les Six," a group of avant-garde composers in Paris.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The orchestra performed a piece by Arthur Honegger.
- Arthur Honegger's compositions often blend traditional forms with modern harmonies.
Advanced Usage
- Historical and cultural reference: The name "Arthur Honegger" is used to refer not only to the individual but also to the stylistic attributes and historical context of early 20th-century French music.
- The concert featured works from the era of Arthur Honegger and Les Six.
Variants and Related Words
- Honeggerian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Arthur Honegger or his musical style.
- The piece has a distinctly Honeggerian energy and rhythmic drive.
Synonyms
- Composer: A person who writes music, especially as a professional occupation.
- Member of Les Six: A direct reference to his affiliation with the famous Parisian composers' group.
Related Phrases
- Part of Les Six: This phrase is commonly used to describe Arthur Honegger's primary artistic association.
- Although part of Les Six, Honegger's music was often more contrapuntal and serious than that of some other members.
A conductor leads an orchestra in a performance of a piece by Arthur Honegger.
Noun
- Swiss composer (born in France) who was the founding member of a group in Paris that included Erik Satie and Darius Milhaud and Francis Poulenc and Jean Cocteau (1892-1955)