bedrich smetana

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Definition

Proper noun A Czech composer, widely regarded as a foundational figure in Czech classical music. He is particularly celebrated for his operas and symphonic poems that drew inspiration from Czech history, legends, and landscapes. He lived from 1824 to 1884.

Usage

The name "Bedřich Smetana" is used to refer to the composer himself, his life, and his body of work. * The nationalistic opera The Bartered Bride is by Bedřich Smetana. * Bedřich Smetana is often called the "father of Czech music." * The symphonic cycle Má vlast (My Homeland) is Bedřich Smetana's most famous orchestral work.

Advanced Usage
  • Attributive use: The name can be used attributively to describe things related to him.
    • We studied the Smetana style in music history class.
    • The festival will feature a Smetana retrospective.
Variants and Related Words
  • Smetana (noun): A common shortened form used to refer to the composer, especially in musical contexts.
    • The concert concluded with a piece by Smetana.
Synonyms
  • Composer
  • Nationalist composer (in the specific context of 19th-century music)
Related Idioms or Phrases
  • Father of Czech music: A common epithet for Bedřich Smetana, highlighting his foundational role.
Noun
  1. Czech composer (1824-1884)

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