composer
UK: kəmˈpəʊzə | US: kəmˈpoʊzər
n. a person who writes music, especially as a professional occupation
n. one who creates or arranges something in a harmonious or artistic way
The word "composer" originates from Latin componere (com- "together" + ponere "to place"), meaning "to put together." Over time, it evolved through Old French composer (to arrange or settle) into Middle English, specializing in the context of creating music by "placing" notes or elements harmoniously. The suffix "-er" denotes an agent, turning the verb into a noun for someone who performs the action. This reflects the logical progression from literal arrangement to artistic creation.
Mozart was a prolific composer who wrote over 600 musical works.
The composer spent months refining the symphony’s orchestration.
As a film composer, she blends electronic and classical styles.
The software allows users to act as composers by arranging pre-recorded loops.
His reputation as a composer grew after the premiere of his innovative opera.