as in musician
a person who writes musical compositions
a versatile composer whose works include operas, symphonies, concertos, and sonatas
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John Corkill and Adam Rosenblatt debut two new pieces by composers Julie Zhu and David Bird, who both use cutting-edge technology to dramatic effect.
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Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025
Special honorees tonight were composer Harry Gregson-Williams and legendary director Ridley Scott, who shared the 2025 Spirit of Collaboration Award, having made seven films together.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 12 Feb. 2025
The ticking and booming of the title channel the composer’s dread at turning 30 in 1990 without having achieved any successes through his musical theater writing, his time running out (which would sadly prove to be his real-life truth).
—Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 3 Feb. 2025
Among those packing the pews of the historic church were dozens of the composer's descendants from New Orleans and across the country.
—Matt Bloom, NPR, 3 Feb. 2025
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Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025
Special honorees tonight were composer Harry Gregson-Williams and legendary director Ridley Scott, who shared the 2025 Spirit of Collaboration Award, having made seven films together.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 12 Feb. 2025
The ticking and booming of the title channel the composer’s dread at turning 30 in 1990 without having achieved any successes through his musical theater writing, his time running out (which would sadly prove to be his real-life truth).
—Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 3 Feb. 2025
Among those packing the pews of the historic church were dozens of the composer's descendants from New Orleans and across the country.
—Matt Bloom, NPR, 3 Feb. 2025
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“Composer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/composer. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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