as in musician
a person who writes musical compositions
a versatile composer whose works include operas, symphonies, concertos, and sonatas
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As an artist and composer Satya Hinduja has felt that power numerous times.
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Steve Baltin, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
The soundtrack, composed by both Blasphemous composer Sergio de Prado and many of the creators of the original trilogy’s music, also works wonders toward pinning down the old school vibes without explicitly cornering itself as something from the Eighties.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2025
Writer/director Sora is the son of late, great Japanese composer Ryuichi Sakamoto.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 30 July 2025
The most famous of the activities included in Mario Paint, though, is the music composer, which is a simple but still fairly well-featured music creation tool that lets players place notes of various kinds onto a musical clef to make a song.
—Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
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Steve Baltin, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
The soundtrack, composed by both Blasphemous composer Sergio de Prado and many of the creators of the original trilogy’s music, also works wonders toward pinning down the old school vibes without explicitly cornering itself as something from the Eighties.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2025
Writer/director Sora is the son of late, great Japanese composer Ryuichi Sakamoto.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 30 July 2025
The most famous of the activities included in Mario Paint, though, is the music composer, which is a simple but still fairly well-featured music creation tool that lets players place notes of various kinds onto a musical clef to make a song.
—Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for composer
musician
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Live music has been an integral part of late-night shows for decades – serving as a vital platform for musicians to reach audiences, showcase their artistry, and participate in cultural dialogue.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
25 July 2025
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Nearby, Peacock Alley Lounge—the beating heart of the hotel–now feels more like a salon, with musicians playing nightly and guests craning for a closer look at the intricate ceiling.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
25 July 2025
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“Composer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/composer. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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