master class

Definition of master class

: a seminar for advanced music students conducted by a master musician

Examples of master class in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web And Dunaway could teach a master class in rock-and-roll charisma, prowling the stage in his shades with real presence while making a fairly airtight case for himself as one rock's most underrated bassists. — Ed Masley, azcentral, "Alice Cooper group reunion a raucous highlight of star-filled Christmas Pudding concert," 15 Dec. 2019 The opening statements made for a master class in the Framers’ thinking in creating a democratic republic that limited the power of its president. — Jonathan Allen, NBC News, "ANALYSIS: A master class in the Framers’ thinking on impeachment," 4 Dec. 2019 Watching Shayk is like a master class in learning how to say no—something that women, conditioned people-pleasers, have long struggled with. — Olivia Fleming, Harper's BAZAAR, "Will the Real Irina Shayk Please Stand Up," 11 July 2019 This handsome coffee-table book is a master class in many of the writers responsible for great literature down through the ages. — John J. Kelly, Detroit Free Press, "Holiday gift guide 2019: The best books that will inspire and delight readers," 7 Dec. 2019 Pesci alone was worth the price of admission as his portrayal of mobster Tommy DeSimone is a master class in how to play a ruthless killer. — Lisa Respers France, CNN, "Never rat on your friends and always keep watching mob movies," 27 Nov. 2019 Thursday night's concert, then, was a master class on how to mature gracefully and grow musically without sacrificing what first made them stars. — Joey Guerra, Houston Chronicle, "Happiness begins at a Jonas Brothers concert for Houston fans," 27 Sep. 2019 Donations also help sponsor concerts, recitals, workshops and master classes for students and society members. — Hal Boedeker, orlandosentinel.com, "Steinway Society spreads love of music," 23 Nov. 2019 Peppino gives guitar workshops, master classes and seminars worldwide. — courant.com, "Community News For The Windham Edition," 4 Nov. 2019

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10 Jan 2020

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“Master class.” The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/master%20class. Accessed 18 January 2020.

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