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Straussian

Straussian

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Relating to the musical style of composers like Johann Strauss or Richard Strauss
  • adjective
  • /ˈstraʊsiən/
: straussiano
  • Her waltz had a distinctly Straussian flair, reminiscent of Vienna's golden age.

Examples

  • The conductor's Straussian interpretation brought out the lush harmonies of the orchestra.

  • Many operas by Straussian composers are still performed today.

  • Many critics praised the Straussian qualities in the new symphonic work.

  • The concert featured a beautiful Straussian waltz.

  • The conductor's Straussian interpretation brought out the lush harmonies of the orchestra.

  • Her waltz had a distinctly Straussian flair, reminiscent of Vienna's golden age.

  • Many critics praised the Straussian qualities in the new symphonic work.

Surface Forms

Straussian positive

Morphology

Straussian = Strauss (transparent) = Strauss + ian

Formed by the standard adjectival/noun suffix 'ian' on the proper name Strauss; learners who know the referenced composer will readily infer 'relating to' that Strauss's musical style.

Etymology

Straussian comes from the name Strauss and the ending -ian, which means 'related to' or 'from'. Because famous composers like Johann Strauss and Richard Strauss share the name, Straussian describes music or a style that is 'like' theirs.