Brahms

American  

[brahmz, brahms] / brɑmz, brɑms /

noun

1. Johannes 1833–97, German composer.

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Brahms British  

/ brɑːmz /

noun

1. Johannes (joˈhanəs). 1833–97, German composer, whose music, though classical in form, exhibits a strong lyrical romanticism. His works include four symphonies, four concertos, chamber music, and A German Requiem (1868)

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Other Word Forms

• Brahmsian adjective
• Brahmsite noun

Example Sentences

The National Symphony Orchestra’s performance of Brahms X Radiohead, which is set for this week, is at slightly more than 20% capacity, people familiar with the sales said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

Though Beethoven and Brahms weren’t great strengths, there was little Beecham couldn’t do well.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025

What goes with Brahms is always a good question, and both the L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 25, 2025

Phil, Chin’s 2014 Clarinet Concerto and a pair of Brahms concertos.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2025

On the third day, he trotted out some Brahms lullabies.

From "If I Stay" by Gayle Forman