10 Interesting Facts About Tchaikovsky | History Brought To Life

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► Hello and welcome to our video on 10 interesting facts about Tchaikovsky, one of Russia's most celebrated composers and the first to be recognised internationally. His music is known for its emotional intensity and powerful melodies. Let's dive in and learn more about this musical genius!
► Tchaikovsky was born in Votkinsk in the Russian Empire, in 1840, into a family with a long history of military service. He began studying music at the age of five and went on to attend the St. Petersburg Conservatory, from which he graduated in 1865. The formal Western-oriented teaching that he received there set him apart from composers of the contemporary nationalist movement embodied by the Russian composers of "The Mighty Five" with whom his professional relationship was mixed.
► Tchaikovsky was a prolific composer and wrote many famous works, including the ballets "Swan Lake," "The Nutcracker," and "Sleeping Beauty." "The Sleeping Beauty" is one of the most performed ballets in the world, a classic fairy tale story, with a great score. He also composed the 1812 Overture, which is frequently heard at patriotic gatherings.
► Tchaikovsky was not initially fond of the idea of writing a ballet, but was convinced to write "Swan Lake" by his friend, the director of the Imperial Theatres, Ivan Vsevolozhsky. It was premiered at the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow, in 1877, and it was a failure. However, after his death, a revised version premiered again in 1895, in St. Petersburg, and it was a huge success.
► "The Nutcracker" was premiered in 1892 and again, it was not well received by the critics or the public. However, today it is one of the most popular ballets in the world and is performed annually during the holiday season.
► Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture is one of his most famous works and is often performed at patriotic events, particularly in Russia. It was composed in 1880 to commemorate Russia's defence against Napoleon's invasion in 1812.
► Tchaikovsky struggled with his sexuality throughout his life and had several same-sex relationships. Despite this, he felt compelled to marry a woman in 1877 to avoid scandal, but the marriage was unhappy and short-lived. Despite societal pressure, Tchaikovsky's sexuality did not impact the beauty and popularity of his works.
► Tchaikovsky's music was used extensively in the ballet "The Red Shoes," a 1948 British film, which was one of the first movies to use classical music in its score.
► Tchaikovsky's music was banned in Soviet Russia for a period of time known as the "cultural revolution". His music, with its emphasis on emotional expression and virtuosity, was seen as a product of the capitalist, imperialistic past and did not align with the new aesthetic of "proletarian" culture. The ban was lifted after Stalin's death in 1953 and Tchaikovsky's music became popular again in the Soviet Union.
► Tchaikovsky conducted Carnegie Hall’s inaugural concert in New York. On May 5, 1891, Carnegie Hall, opened its doors for performances to the public. Due to his notoriety and talent, Tchaikovsky was selected as the best choice for conducting its first-ever concert. He received celebrity treatment upon his arrival, in which he noted: "America knows me better than Europe!"
► Tchaikovsky was a heavy smoker and suffered from various health problems throughout his life including many neuroses like depression, irrational stage fright etc. He died in 1893, at the age of 53, from cholera. There have been some speculations that he killed himself, either with poison or by contracting cholera intentionally. His death was widely mourned in Russia, and he was buried at the Tikhvin Cemetery in St. Petersburg.

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What a handsome man! Brilliant mind. I love all his works, especially The Nutcracker.

Judyag
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Why are the most amazing artists have a troubled life. Beautiful video, thank you

barbarataylor
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Bravo! I've always loved Tchaikovsky's music and ballets. You made him come to life! But there was such a sadness about him.

robfriar
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Music from Heaven A stunning talented musician and left a wonderful legacy.

katieMarie
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My favorite composer!! Beautiful!! I love it when he looks directly at me!! Thanks Mystery Scoop!!

pamott
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Great video. Such a handsome and talented man. I just wish he had found inner peace.

cregister
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Tchaikovsky has always been my personal favorite. Thanks for the added history and awesome look back Mystery Scoop. ✨

hikerx
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He looked like a very lovely personality. The person to have a nice conversation.

Thaispla
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His music is heavenly! Thank you for the beautiful video!

lightningbug
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Seeing him smile was good. Makes me think it was the first time he really smiled.

marjoriegarner
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I think I admired his works of music as well so bravo 👍🏻

X
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He created excellent music that still lives on. And what a handsome chap

robertunderwood
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Awesome... he was a very handsome man.

ShellyColours
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Very well done.
You really brought him to life, this handsome kind man and musical genius.
Classical music, a highlight of human culture.
And it is so wonderful, that every country/region has its own flavour... Germany/Austria, Italy and of course Russia.
Thanks for the beautiful video.

elisabethlinz
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Absolutely loved this video, have always loved his music, so beautiful, thank you so much for posting, take care.👍💙

traceyrossberg
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Thank You, for a Beautiful video.
I Love his music and ballets.
When my Daughter was a little
girl, I started taking her to see
Nutcracker every Christmas!
And one special Christmas,
I took my Grandchildren!
I also listen to my CD while
cleaning house!
He is Always welcomed in my
Life and Home!
💜💜🎻💿🎻💜💜

cathypatman
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Thanks again Mystery Scoop for this very informative video on this great composer. My favourite part of your videos is when you make a person smile. ❤

jillwanlin
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Thank you for this video! I loved his music. Sleeping Beauty. is one of my favorites...

thpehc
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Looking at his face only one would've never guessed he was short and stalky. I am a fan of his music. While I was pregnant I listened to his music from morning till dusk because I was told my child would be highly intelligent which she is but I'm not sure it was because of this lol.

kati-ana
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❤All these video"s but this one is my favorite ❣💜💚💛❣

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