stephen foster

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stephen foster

A music student plays a Stephen Foster melody on the piano.

Definition

Proper noun * Stephen Foster: An American songwriter and composer, widely regarded as the "father of American music." He is known for writing popular songs in the 19th century that captured the sentiment and themes of American life, particularly associated with the pre-Civil War South, despite being from the North. His music includes minstrel songs, parlor ballads, and folk-like tunes.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • "Stephen Foster wrote classics like 'Oh! Susanna' and 'Camptown Races.'"
    • The museum exhibit featured the original sheet music of Stephen Foster.
    • Many of Stephen Foster's songs remain part of America's musical heritage.
Advanced Usage
  • "In the style of Stephen Foster": Describing a song or composition that evokes the melodic and lyrical qualities characteristic of his work, often featuring sentimental, folk-inspired themes.
    • The composer wrote a new ballad in the style of Stephen Foster for the historical film.
Variants and Related Words
  • Fosterian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Stephen Foster or his musical style (a less common usage).
    • The piece had a certain Fosterian charm.
Synonyms
  • Songwriter
  • Composer
Related Idioms & Phrases
  • "A Stephen Foster melody": Used to refer to a tune that is simple, catchy, and nostalgically American.
    • The old piano in the parlor seemed to play only Stephen Foster melodies.
stephen foster

A music student plays a Stephen Foster melody on the piano.

Noun
  1. United States songwriter whose songs embody the sentiment of the South before the American Civil War (1826-1864)

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