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Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture: A July 4th Preview
FromAttention to Detail: The Classical Music Listening Guide
Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture: A July 4th Preview
FromAttention to Detail: The Classical Music Listening Guide
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Length:
33 minutes
Released:
Jun 17, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
After a long hiatus, we are back (!!) with a breakdown of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture. This piece is heard on July 4th concerts around the United States, and has a fascinating history and layout. We talk about how the overture was actually originally meant to celebrate Russian victory over the invading French, Tchaikovsky's fusion of the absolute and programmatic styles of composition, and the famous ending!
Released:
Jun 17, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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