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Tschaikowsky
by Chris A. Mooney
Russian composers and Russian music are eagerly studied by those who would keep abreast of the time. This music is so saturated with strong, vigorous life that it is inspiring to listen to. Its rugged strength, its fascinating rhythms, bring a new message. It is different from the music of other countries and at once attracts by its unusual melodies and its richness of harmony.
Among the numerous composers of modern Russia, the name of Peter Ilyitch Tschaikowsky stands out most prominently. This distinctive composer was born on April 28, 1840, in Votinsk, where his father, who was a mining engineer, had been appointed inspector of the mines at Kamsko-Votinsk. The position of manager of such important mines carried with it much luxury, a fine house, plenty of servants and an ample salary. Thus the future young musician's home life was not one of poverty and privation, as has been the lot of so many gifted ones, who became creators in the beautiful art of music.
The music of this representative Russian composer has made rapid headway in the world's appreciation, during the last few years. Once heard it will always be remembered. For we can never forget the deeply human and touching message which is brought to us through the music of Peter Ilyitch Tschaikowsky.
The views and opinions in this blog post are those of its author.
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 Piotr Tschaikowsky is indeed one of the greatest of his time. His commitment not to betray his Russian roots and, at the same time, to meet the forms and the language of western music, may have brought him some critics both at home and abroad, but left us with extraordinary masterpieces such as the six symphonies, the violin concerto and the first piano concerto. Not to mention, of course, his wonderful symphonic poems or his theatrical production of three ballets and several operas.
He was a great portrayer of human feelings and passions because he himself was a very passionate man. Constantly bounced between success and a sense of dissatisfaction, he poured all himself into his works and, in a pattern not unusual among artists, the more he did so, the more unfulfilled he felt. The man was certainly not perfect, but the artist left in legacy many of the most performed, listened and enjoyed works in classical music. Isn’t this enough to define the greatness of a musician?
In whatever mood you are, happy or sad, excited or melancholic, serene or tormented or just –why not? – in love, Tschaikowsky has composed something suitable for you.
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Posted by EugeneOrmandy on November 28th, 2006 @ 12:56 pm GMT |
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