MacDowell

[ muhk-dou-uhl ]

noun
  1. Edward Alexander, 1861–1908, U.S. composer and pianist.

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How to use MacDowell in a sentence

  • He did much to make known and arouse enthusiasm for MacDowell's compositions, when they were as yet almost unheard of in America.

    Piano Mastery | Harriette Brower
  • MacDowell, for his singular prudence, besides his learning and godliness, was elected burgomaster in one of the Stadts.

  • At their polite insistence Arlee went to the piano and did her best with a piece of MacDowell.

    The Palace of Darkened Windows | Mary Hastings Bradley
  • She was pronounced beautiful by all who knew her though, as folks often said, she was more a Giltrap than a MacDowell.

    Ulysses | James Joyce
  • She felt the warm flush, a danger signal always with Gerty MacDowell, surging and flaming into her cheeks.

    Ulysses | James Joyce