Definition of composernext
as in musician
a person who writes musical compositions a versatile composer whose works include operas, symphonies, concertos, and sonatas

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Recent Examples of composer Regarding today’s message from the composer, at least one famous commenter and Broadway devotee had a suggestion. Greg Evans, Deadline, 8 Aug. 2026 The Runaway Species, co-authored with music composer Anthony Brandt, explores the neuroscience and behavior behind human creativity. Big Think, 6 Aug. 2026 He was approached in February 2023 to stage an AI Ring for the sesquicentennial by Katharina Wagner, a great-granddaughter of the composer and current festival director. ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026 Herzog is a musical composer and performer who has appeared nationally and internationally, with original compositions that have been featured in television and film and are known throughout the Reform movement, according to the synagogue. Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for composer
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musician
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  • This happens on occasion, typically when musicians cut it too close during an encore.
    Rodney Ho, AJC.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Those closest to Mazur are now mourning much more than an accomplished musician.
    Naveen Dhaliwal, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026

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“Composer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/composer. Accessed 12 Aug. 2026.

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