composer

[ kuhm-poh-zer ]

noun

1. a person or thing that composes.
2. a person who writes music.
3. an author.

composer

/ kəmˈpəʊzə /

noun

1. a person who composes music
2. a person or machine that composes anything, esp type for printing

Word History and Origins

Origin of composer¹

First recorded in 1555–65; compose + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Quincy Jones, who expanded the American songbook as a musician, composer and producer and shaped some of the biggest stars of the 20th century, has died at 91.

From Los Angeles Times

The Oscar-nominated composer and renowned music producer was laid to rest Sunday during a private funeral in Los Angeles, his family said.

From Los Angeles Times

Quincy Jones, who expanded the American songbook as a musician, composer and producer and shaped some of the biggest stars of the 20th century, has died at 91.

From Los Angeles Times

A critic’s tribute to Broadway composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim, a master of storytelling in song.

From Los Angeles Times

Rashida Jones commemorated her late father, music producer and composer Quincy Jones, by saying that his legacy is making everyone he ever met ‘feel loved and seen.’

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• writer