Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • Arcangelo Corelli: An Italian Baroque composer and violinist who lived from 1653 to 1713. He is historically significant for his contributions to the development of the concerto grosso and sonata forms, and for his influential violin technique.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The music of Corelli was highly influential in the development of Baroque instrumental music.
  • Scholars study Corelli to understand the evolution of the violin concerto.

Advanced Usage

• "Corelli's opus": Often used to refer specifically to his published collections of works, such as his trio sonatas or concerti grossi.
  • The ensemble performed a selection from Corelli's Opus 6.

Variants and Related Words

• Corellian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Arcangelo Corelli or his musical style.
  • The piece had a distinctly Corellian elegance in its phrasing.

Synonyms

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

Related Phrases

• "in the style of Corelli": Describing music composed with characteristics reminiscent of Corelli's work.
  • The modern composition was written in the style of Corelli.

Noun

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