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Sergei Prokofiev
…to the St. Petersburg Conservatory. Although Prokofiev was several years younger than his classmates, he stood out for his unique perspective and unorthodox compositions. During his time at the Conservatory,…
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Waltz of the Flowers from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker
…St. Petersburg is exactly as Tchaikovsky intended. Choreographed by Vassily Vainonen, it closely resembles the original 1892 staging. The Kirov Ballet performs this version often, especially during Orthodox Christmas time….
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Rubinstein Plays Brahms Piano Concerto No. 1 – 1st Movement, Maestoso
…famous and challenging compositions. It was first performed on January 22, 1859, when Brahms was 25 years old. The initial reception was mixed, with some critics labeling it as unorthodox…
