An anthology of Lithuanian folksongs by Anton Juszkiewicz (YUSH-keh-vich) is thought to be the source for many melodies in this composition, whose original sets were designed by Nicholas Roerich.
An anthology of Lithuanian folksongs by Anton Juszkiewicz (YUSH-keh-vich) is thought to be the source for many melodies in this composition, whose original sets were designed by Nicholas Roerich. It opens with a bassoon solo and includes such scenes as "Ritual of Abduction" and "Sacrificial Dance." Subtitled "Pictures from Pagan Russia" and opening with the section "Adoration of the Earth," this ballet is known for its extensive use of dissonance and polytonality, leading to a riot at its 1913 premiere. For 10 points, name this ballet by Igor Stravinsky.
An anthology of Lithuanian folksongs by Anton Juszkiewicz (YUSH-keh-vich) is thought to be the source for many melodies in this composition, whose original sets were designed by Nicholas Roerich.
The {Rite} of {Spring} [or Le {sacre du printemps} or {Vesna svyashchennaya} ]