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percy grainger

 

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Noun percy grainger has 1 sense
  1. Grainger, Percy Grainger, Percy Aldridge Grainger, George Percy Aldridge Grainger - United States composer (born in Australia) who lived in London and collected English folk songs (1882-1961)
    --1 is a kind of composer

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Percy Grainger

Description:

Percy Grainger was an Australian-American composer, pianist, and conductor known for his distinctive contributions to the field of music. He gained popularity for his innovative compositions, lively performances, and passionate advocacy for folk music.

Sample Sentences:

As a proper noun:

1. Percy Grainger's composition "Country Gardens" is a beloved piece in the English folk music genre.

2. The Percy Grainger Society aims to preserve and promote the legacy of the talented musician.

As a noun:

1. The concert featured a mesmerizing performance of a Percy Grainger piano sonata.

2. Several Percy Grainger compositions were included in the orchestra's repertoire.

As an adjective:

1. The musicians delivered a Graingeresque rendition of the traditional tune, incorporating unconventional harmonies.

2. The conductor's interpretation of the symphony had a distinct Percy Grainger flavor.

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