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Igor Stravinsky
In 1913, Igor Stravinsky's debut of "The Rite of Spring" provoked a riot in Paris and succeeded in changing classical music forever. His unique rhythmic structures and tonalities were revolutionary and he is now considered to be one of the greatest composers in history. Questions concerning Stravinsky, such as his theories, musical works, and his initial, dichotomous reception, should be posted here.
125 Questions
When did stravinsky get married?
He married her ( Katerina Nossenko ) in 1906, they knew each other since he was 10 years of age, they had 4 children together.
What stylistic periods did igor stravinsky go through during his career as a composer?
All Of The Above
Did Igor Stravinsky play the piano?
No. Tchaikovsky is better.
It depends on the person. I like Dvorak better because he had a proclivity for oboe and English horn solos (both of which I play). I don't dislike Tchaikovsky, just like Dvorak a lot more.
What became of Stravinsky's children?
He had 4 children Fyodor, Lyudmila
(died in 1938 of tuberculosis), Soulima
(he became a composer, like his father)
and Milena we only know about 1
Who were Igor Stravinsky's parents?
Igor Stravinsky had two elder brothers -- Roman and Yuriy -- and one younger brother, Guriy.
Source: Igor Stravinsky and Robert Craft, Memories and Commentaries, New York: Faber and Faber, Inc., 2002, 9-10.
What are the major compositions of Igor Stravinsky?
Igor Stravinsky has composed a number of musical pieces. Some of his more major ones include The Firebird and The Rite of Spring, as well as Symphony in Three Movements.
What is the most famous Stravinsky composition?
The most famous (and controversial) composition created by Stravinsky was a ballet entitled The Rite of Spring. He composed it in 1913 and it was based on old Russian pagan traditions.
How many pieces of music did Igor Stravinsky compose?
10 Opera's
3 Ballets
5 Pieces for stage-play
8 Symphony's
4 Suites
23 Orchestral works
13 Pieces for solo instruments
5 Orchestral works with song, solo, choir
17 Pieces of Chamber music
14 Piano works
4 Spiritual Choir pieces
13 Songs
That alone will bring it to 119 pieces of music.
Painter who designed the sets for Stravinsky's Pulcinella?
Pablo Picasso, see more:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pulcinella_(ballet)
http://picassolive.ru/blog/8416/pablo-pikasso-i-russkij-balet-1920-pulchinella/
Did Igor Stravinsky have sisters?
No, Igor Stravinsky had only brothers. Two of his brothers -- Roman and Yuriy -- were elder, and one -- Guriy -- was younger.
Source: Igor Stravinsky and Robert Craft, Memories and Commentaries, New York: Faber and Faber, Inc., 2002, 9-10.
When did the The Firebird suite have its debut performance?
The ballet "Firebird Suite" was the work of Igor Stravinsky. The ballet was first performed on June 25, 1910 by the Ballet Russes in Paris. This ballet was Igor Stravinsky's breakout work and brought him critical fame and success.
Igor Stravinsky had to leave Europe because of .?
Igor Stravinsky had to leave Europe because of World War II.
