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Noun dmitri dmitrievich shostakovich has 1 sense
  1. Shostakovich, Dmitri Shostakovich, Dmitri Dmitrievich Shostakovich - Russian composer best known for his fifteen symphonies (1906-1975)
    --1 is a kind of composer

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Dmitri Dmitrievich Shostakovich

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Dmitri Dmitrievich Shostakovich was a prominent Russian composer and pianist. He is considered one of the most important composers of the 20th century, known for his distinctive and emotionally charged music.

Sense 1 - Proper Noun:

Dmitri Dmitrievich Shostakovich was born on September 25, 1906, in Saint Petersburg, Russia. He composed a wide variety of works, including symphonies, chamber music, operas, and film scores.

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Sense 2 - Proper Noun:

Dmitri Dmitrievich Shostakovich lived during a tumultuous period in Russian history, particularly during the Soviet era. As a composer, he faced challenges from the oppressive government and had to navigate political pressures while maintaining his artistic integrity.

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Sense 3 - Proper Noun:

Dmitri Dmitrievich Shostakovich is known for his powerful and emotionally charged compositions. His Symphony No. 5, Symphony No. 7 ("Leningrad"), and String Quartet No. 8 are highly regarded pieces that showcase his remarkable talent and ability to express deep emotions through music.

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Sense 4 - Proper Noun:

Dmitri Dmitrievich Shostakovich received numerous awards and recognitions throughout his career, including multiple Stalin Prizes, Order of Lenin, and Order of the Red Banner of Labour. His contributions to music have left an enduring legacy.

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