igor stravinsky
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A Russian-born composer: Igor Stravinsky was a highly influential composer of the 20th century, known for his stylistic diversity across ballet, orchestral, choral, and operatic works. He became a naturalized French citizen in 1934 and later a United States citizen in 1945.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The music of Igor Stravinsky revolutionized 20th-century classical composition.
- We studied Igor Stravinsky's neoclassical period in music history class.
- The ballet "The Rite of Spring" by Igor Stravinsky famously caused a riot at its 1913 premiere.
Advanced Usage
- "Stravinskian" (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of the style of Igor Stravinsky.
- The piece featured complex, Stravinskian rhythms and harmonies.
Variants and Related Words
- Stravinsky (noun): Often used alone to refer to the composer or his works.
- The orchestra will perform Stravinsky tonight.
Synonyms
- Composer: A person who writes music, especially as a professional occupation.
- Maestro: A distinguished musician, especially a conductor or composer.
Noun
- composer who was born in Russia but lived in the United States after 1939 (1882-1971)