Michael Tippett
/ˌmaɪkl ˈtɪpɪt/
/ˌmaɪkl ˈtɪpɪt/
- (1905-98) an English composer of classical music, much of which shows his deep concern for the suffering of human beings. He established his reputation in 1941 with the oratorio (= large piece of music for voices and orchestra) A Child of Our Time. He also wrote several operas, including The Midsummer Marriage (1955) and The Knot Garden (1970). His other works include four symphonies and various songs and piano works. During the Second World War he was sent to prison for a short time for refusing to fight. He was made a knight in 1966 and a member of the Order of Merit in 1983.
迈克尔·提彼特（Michael Tippett）：（1905-98）英国古典音乐的作曲家，其中的许多内容都显示出他对人类苦难的深切关注。他在1941年凭借其演说家（即代表声音和乐团的大型音乐作品）“我们这个时代的孩子”建立了自己的声誉。他还写了几部歌剧，包括《仲夏婚姻》（1955年）和《结园》（1970年）。他的其他作品包括四个交响曲以及各种歌曲和钢琴作品。第二次世界大战期间，他因拒绝参战而被送进监狱短暂。他在1966年被任命为骑士，并在1983年被授予勋章。