Dmitri Dmitrievich Shostakovich (Noun)
Meaning
Russian composer best known for his fifteen symphonies (1906-1975).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Dmitri Dmitrievich Shostakovich was a prominent figure in 20th-century classical music, particularly in the Soviet Union.
- The influence of Shostakovich on Russian composers after him is undeniable and profound, affecting many generations of musicians.
- Shostakovich, one of the most celebrated composers of the 20th century, took on a life of contradictory purposes.
- One cannot discuss Soviet symphonies without mentioning Dmitri Dmitrievich Shostakovich.
- Throughout his long musical career, Dmitri Dmitrievich Shostakovich maintained an uncompromising devotion to his work and creative voice.