Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive biography of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, one of the most renowned composers of the Romantic era. It delves into his childhood and early musical training, offering insights into the influences that shaped his artistic vision. As Tchaikovsky navigated the complexities of the Russian music scene, his relationship with the influential Anton Rubinstein and his membership in the circle of young composers known as "The Five" are explored. The author examines Tchaikovsky's creative process and his struggles with self-doubt, as well as the triumphs and disappointments he experienced throughout his career. Through the composer's own writings, including letters to family and friends, the book provides an intimate glimpse into his artistic journey and the personal challenges he faced. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Title

Tchaikovsky (Classic Reprint)

Publisher

Forgotten Books

Publication Date

2018

Language

English

ISBN 10

1440069646

ISBN 13

9781440069642

Binding

Paperback

Condition

New

Book Type

print-on-demand item

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Music Theory and History

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Explore the life behind the music of a dance-floor legend.

This concise study unravels how Tchaikovsky shaped ballet and orchestral works, from his famous ballets to dramatic overtures, with clear context and accessible detail.

Edwin Evans’s volume situates the composer within his era, showing how Russian ballet and theater influenced his art. It blends biographical notes with notes on the music itself, helping readers understand why certain scores succeeded and how they evolved over time. The book emphasizes the practical and human side of composing, offering readers a window into the craft and the creative mind behind the works.

Learn how ballets like The Lake of Swans, Sleeping Beauty, and The Nutcracker came to life on stage and in the score
See how Russian performance culture valued ballet as a serious, artistic endeavor equal to opera
Discover how Tchaikovsky revised themes and reshaped orchestration across major works
Get a chronological sense of his output and the reception of his music

Ideal for readers of music history, ballet enthusiasts, and anyone curious about how a great composer built a lasting, craft-focused legacy.

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Forgotten Books? Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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