Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A German composer: Engelbert Humperdinck was a German composer known for his operas and other musical works, active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The fairy-tale opera "Hänsel und Gretel" is Engelbert Humperdinck's most famous work.
  • Music students often study the techniques of Engelbert Humperdinck.

Advanced Usage

• The name is used to refer specifically to the historical figure and his artistic legacy.
  • The festival featured a revival of Engelbert Humperdinck's lesser-known stage music.

Variants and Related Words

• Humperdinck, Engelbert: The surname alone, "Humperdinck," is sometimes used to refer to the composer in formal or academic contexts.
  • The influence of Humperdinck on later composers is notable.

Synonyms

• Composer: A person who writes music, especially as a professional occupation.

Notes on Different Meanings

• This entry refers specifically to the German composer Engelbert Humperdinck (1854–1921). It is distinct from the stage name of the 20th-century British pop singer who adopted the same name.

Noun

1. German composer of six operas and other incidental music (1854-1921)