percy aldridge grainger

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Noun percy aldridge grainger has 1 sense

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 Aldridge Grainger

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Percy Aldridge Grainger was an Australian-born American composer, pianist, and conductor. He is best known for his innovative orchestration and composition techniques, as well as his enthusiastic support for folk music.

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Noun:

1. Percy Aldridge Grainger composed numerous musical works, including "Country Gardens" and "Molly on the Shore".

2. The Percy Aldridge Grainger Museum in Melbourne, Australia, houses a collection of artifacts related to the composer.

Adjective:

1. The orchestral performance had a Graingeresque quality, showcasing unconventional harmonies and bold arrangements.

2. She played the piano piece with a Graingerian flair, capturing the composer's unique style.

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