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Brahms

American  
[brahmz, brahms] / brɑmz, brɑms /

noun

  1. Johannes 1833–97, German composer.


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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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.

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From Los Angeles Times Nov. 25, 2025

A chamber music concert with works by Schumann and Brahms played by Korean musicians is the closing event Tuesday.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 5, 2025

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