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Delius

Delius

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An English composer known for music for orchestra and choir inspired by nature
  • proper noun
  • /ˈdɛliəs/
: Delius
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Examples

  • Groundbreaking articles by Mark Hunter, Peter Delius, and Clive Glaser

    Academic text (2006)

  • Has it really been four years, Delius? -

    The Count of Monte Cristo (2002)

  • Although his music is distinctively African American, his mastery of orchestral painting has been compared by Percy Grainger and others to that of Delius, Ravel, Debussy, and Stravinsky.

    Academic text (1999)

  • Frederick Delius was a prominent English composer celebrated for his unique orchestral styles.

  • Many music enthusiasts admire Delius for his impressionistic approach to choral compositions.

  • The music of Delius often evokes vivid imagery and emotions through its rich orchestration.

Synonyms

Frederick Delius
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An English composer who wrote rich orchestral music that often reminds people of nature

is the surname alone used instead of the full personal name

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Delius is a family name that was probably changed into a Latin form from an old German name, and the ending -ius is like many Latin-style names. A helpful way to remember it is that the -ius ending gives a 'classical' sound, which suits the composer known for rich orchestral music.