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Gluck

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Gluck  (glk), Christoph Willibald 1714-1787.
German operatic composer noted for his emphasis on dramatic impact and musical simplicity. His works include Orfeo ed Euridice (1762) and Alceste (1767).
Gluck (German) [glʊk]
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(Biographies / Gluck, Christoph Willibald von (1714-1787) M, German, MUSIC: composer) Christoph Willibald von (ˈkrɪstɔf ˈvɪlibalt fɔn). 1714- 87, German composer, esp of operas, including Orfeo ed Euridice (1762) and Alceste (1767)
gluck, glug - Gluck or glug is the light repetitive gurgling sound of liquid being poured from a bottle.
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Noun1.Gluck - German composer of more than 100 operas (1714-1787)Gluck - German composer of more than 100 operas (1714-1787)
Christoph Willibald von Gluck
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