His only unnumbered symphony was inspired by the Russian premiere of Berlioz's Harold in Italy and is named for Lord Byron's poem Manfred.
This composer dedicated his first symphony to Nikolai Rubenstein. His only unnumbered symphony was inspired by the Russian premiere of Berlioz's Harold in Italy and is named for Lord Byron's poem Manfred. His last symphony contains a "limping waltz" in 5/4 time. This composer of the Pathetique symphony wrote a piece to commemorate a victory over Napoleon, which calls for cannons to be shot. One of his other works includes the "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy." For 10 points, name this Russian composer who wrote the 1812 Overture and the Nutcracker ballet.
This composer dedicated his first symphony to Nikolai Rubenstein.
Peter Ilich {Tchaikovsky} [accept Pyotr Ilych {Tchaikovsky}]