Definition

Proper noun: - Leonid Fyodorovich Myasin: A French choreographer and ballet dancer of Russian birth, active during the 20th century (1895-1979). He is a significant figure in the history of dance, known for his innovative work.

Usage Notes

This term is used exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the specific historical individual. It is primarily used in biographical, historical, and artistic contexts related to ballet and modern dance.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The ballet's choreography was originally created by Leonid Fyodorovich Myasin.
  • Leonid Fyodorovich Myasin collaborated with major composers like Erik Satie.

Advanced Usage

• As a defining figure: The name is often used to denote a specific era or style in 20th-century dance.
  • The period was marked by the radical experiments of Leonid Fyodorovich Myasin.

Variants and Related Words

• Massine: The more common Anglicized spelling of his surname. (e.g., )
• Choreographer (n): a person who creates dances and ballets.
• Ballets Russes: The famous ballet company for which he choreographed.

Synonyms

• Leonide Massine: The most frequent synonym, representing the same person.
• The choreographer of Parade: A descriptive synonym referencing one of his most famous works.

Related Phrases and Contexts

• "A ballet by Massine": A common phrase in performance histories and programs.
  • The repertoire includes a ballet by Massine.
• "Massine's choreography": Used to discuss the style or ownership of dance works.
  • Massine's choreography combined classical ballet with character dance.

Noun

1. French choreographer and ballet dancer (born in Russia) (1895-1979)