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composer

noun

kəm-ˈpō-zər

Definition of composer

as in musician

a person who writes musical compositions a versatile composer whose works include operas, symphonies, concertos, and sonatas

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Recent Examples of composer Its roots in Southern music run deep and broad; big band leader Erskine Hawkins, composer and musician Sun Ra, country legend Emmylou Harris, and trap pioneer Gucci Mane were born here. — Leslie Pariseau, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2026 Performers and musicians, like a tour of Hamilton, Barbara Streisand, the San Francisco Ballet, composer Phillip Glass, comedian Issa Rae, and more boycotted the venue and Trump’s attempts. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2026 Smetana’s String Quartet is an autobiography of the composer’s life — from dancing Polkas in his youth to finding true love. — Mike Hamersly, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2026 Bird, who was joined on stage by the film’s composer Michael Giacchino, talked about the film’s long journey to screen. — Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for composer

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Students, working-class people, artists, local neighborhood families, musicians and people from all walks of life who simply love books and reading.

— Marc Weingarten, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
The firm began by representing restaurants and musicians, though their roster quickly expanded into the wider entertainment industry.

— McKinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 17 Oct. 2026

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