composer Definition
a person who writes music, especially classical music.
Using composer: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "composer" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
Beethoven is one of the greatest composers of all time.
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She is a composer of film scores.
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The composer's latest work will be premiered next month.
composer Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for composer
Phrases with composer
the individual or group who is credited with writing and arranging a particular piece of music
Example
The composer of record for this song is John Williams.
a composer who is employed by an institution, such as a university or orchestra, to create new works and collaborate with performers
Example
The university's composer in residence will be giving a lecture on his latest work.
Example
Hans Zimmer is a well-known film composer who has written music for many blockbuster movies.
Origins of composer
from Old French 'componere', meaning 'to put together'
Summary: composer in Brief
A 'composer' [kəmˈpəʊzə(r)] is someone who writes music, particularly classical music. Examples include Beethoven and John Williams. The term may also refer to a 'composer of record,' the credited writer and arranger of a piece of music, or a 'film composer,' someone who specializes in writing music for movies.
