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Grieg

Grieg

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A Norwegian composer known for music inspired by folk songs and landscapes
  • proper noun
  • /ɡriɡ/
: Grieg
  • Other composers featured in Best Classics apps by this developer include Bach, Grieg, Satie, Smetana, and Weber.

Examples

  • "No, Grieg, your mind is far too subtle for me," I said.

    Fiction book (1996)

  • A 1900 observer was typical: "Last Saturday's performance of the Grieg Concerto by Mrs. Bloomfield-Zeisler was indeed a wonder!

    Academic text (1993)

  • Anitra's dance is from Grieg's incidental music for Ibsen's Peer Gynt.

    A Song Is Born (1948)

  • The orchestra played Grieg's Piano Concerto, captivating the audience with its emotional depth.

  • Edvard Grieg composed many famous pieces, including the popular "Morning Mood" from Peer Gynt.

  • During the concert, the pianist showcased Grieg's Six Lyric Pieces, enchanting listeners with their beauty.

Synonyms

Edvard Grieg
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A Norwegian composer who wrote music inspired by folk songs

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Edvard Hagerup Grieg
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A Norwegian composer famous for music inspired by folk songs and traditions

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Surface Forms

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Etymology

Grieg is a Norwegian family name best known from the composer Edvard Grieg, whose music often uses Norwegian folk tunes and brings to mind the landscapes of Norway. So, when you see Grieg think 'Norwegian music' and the composer who made those folk sounds famous.