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Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

1840–1893 · 19th century · Also known as Tchaikovsky

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky was a Russian composer of the nineteenth century, known for symphonies, concertos, operas and ballets such as Swan Lake and The Nutcracker. He was a central figure of the Russian Empire's cultural flowering. His music helped spread Russian cultural influence internationally.

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
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