Dmitri Shostakovich (Noun)
Meaning
Russian composer best known for his fifteen symphonies (1906-1975).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Russian composer Dmitri Shostakovich is renowned for his thought-provoking symphonies that expose the tumult of the 20th century Soviet era.
- Dmitri Shostakovich rose to fame with his Symphony No 1, often described as an artistic expression bursting with masterful craftsmanship.
- After Stalin's death in 1953, Shostakovich gradually returned to form and wrote several more symphonies that allowed greater personal freedom of artistic expression.
- Dmitri Shostakovich's famous compositions not only showcased his artistic genius but also showed his fearlessness in standing against tyrannical oppression through his symphonies.
- This tumultuous period led Shostakovich to exhibit unparalleled brilliance, writing bold, defiant symphonies in Soviet Russia.