Definition

Proper noun - Edward MacDowell: An American composer and pianist of the late Romantic era, best known for his piano compositions and smaller orchestral works. He was one of the first American composers to gain international recognition.

Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The concert featured several pieces by Edward MacDowell.
  • Edward MacDowell's "Woodland Sketches" is a popular collection of piano pieces.

Advanced Usage

• "MacDowell Colony": Refers to the artists' residency program in New Hampshire, founded in 1907 by Marian MacDowell in memory of her husband, Edward MacDowell. It is a prestigious retreat for artists, writers, and composers.
  • She spent a summer writing her novel at the MacDowell Colony.

Variants and Related Words

• MacDowell (noun): Often used as a shortened reference to Edward MacDowell or his works.
  • The pianist specializes in performing MacDowell.

Synonyms

• Composer: A person who writes music.
• Pianist: A person who plays the piano.

Related Phrases

• "To be in the style of MacDowell": Describing music that resembles the lyrical and picturesque qualities of Edward MacDowell's compositions.
  • The piece is charming and quite in the style of MacDowell.

Noun

1. United States composer best remembered as a composer of works for the piano (1860-1908)