smetana

Thân thiện

Bedřich Smetana composed the opera "The Bartered Bride".

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A Czech composer: Smetana refers specifically to Bedřich Smetana, a foundational figure in Czech classical music who lived from 1824 to 1884. He is celebrated for his operas and symphonic poems that helped develop a national musical style.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The concert featured a piece by Smetana.
  • Smetana is often called the father of Czech music.
  • We studied the life and works of Smetana in music history class.

Advanced Usage

• Used attributively: The name can be used to describe works, styles, or festivals associated with the composer.
  • The orchestra delivered a powerful Smetana cycle.
  • He has a deep appreciation for the Smetana repertoire.

Variants and Related Words

• Smetanian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the music or style of Bedřich Smetana.
  • The piece has a distinctly Smetanian quality.

Synonyms

• Bedřich Smetana: The full name.
• The Czech composer: A descriptive synonym when the context is clear.

Học thuật

Noun

1. Czech composer (1824-1884)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Smetana
• Bedrich Smetana