jerome kern
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- An American composer: Jerome Kern was a United States composer known for his significant contributions to musical theater, particularly musical comedies. He lived from 1885 to 1945.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The music for "Show Boat" was written by Jerome Kern.
- Jerome Kern's compositions helped define the American musical.
Advanced Usage
- "A Jerome Kern standard": refers to one of his well-known and enduring songs that has become a classic in the American songbook.
- "Ol' Man River" is a Jerome Kern standard that is still performed today.
Variants and Related Words
- Kernian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Jerome Kern or his musical style.
- The score has a distinctly Kernian melody.
Synonyms
- Composer: A person who writes music, especially as a professional occupation.
- Songwriter: A person who writes songs or the music for songs.
Noun
- United States composer of musical comedies (1885-1945)