Igor Stravinsky
17 June 1882 – 6 April 1971
Igor Stravinsky was a Russian-born composer, pianist and conductor widely regarded as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. His works ranged from Russian nationalist ballets and neoclassical pieces to late serial compositions.
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Life events
Igor Stravinsky was born in Oranienbaum, near Saint Petersburg, Russia.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgStravinsky studied composition privately with Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov in Saint Petersburg.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHis ballet The Firebird premiered in Paris with Sergei Diaghilev's Ballets Russes, bringing him international fame.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgThe premiere of The Rite of Spring in Paris provoked a legendary reaction and became a landmark of modernism.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgStravinsky settled in France, where he developed his neoclassical style.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe emigrated to the United States and eventually settled in Los Angeles.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgStravinsky became a naturalized citizen of the United States in 1945.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgIn his later years he embraced serial composition techniques in works such as Agon and Threni.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgStravinsky died in New York City at the age of 88.
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