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Which Tchaikovsky ballet features contrasting musical themes characterized by darkness and sweetness?
Which Tchaikovsky ballet features contrasting musical themes characterized by darkness and sweetness?
- The Children's Album
- The Sleeping Beauty (correct)
- Swan Lake
- The Nutcracker
What was a notable result of the first performance of 'The Nutcracker' in 1892?
What was a notable result of the first performance of 'The Nutcracker' in 1892?
- It became an instant success and part of the Christmas tradition.
- It was adapted into a popular children's book.
- It inspired Tchaikovsky to compose Swan Lake.
- It was poorly received and initially criticized. (correct)
Which of Tchaikovsky's works was dedicated to a family member?
Which of Tchaikovsky's works was dedicated to a family member?
- The Sleeping Beauty
- Swan Lake
- The Nutcracker
- The Children's Album (correct)
What characteristic of Tchaikovsky's music reflects his emotional range?
What characteristic of Tchaikovsky's music reflects his emotional range?
Despite initial reception, Swan Lake is now regarded as what?
Despite initial reception, Swan Lake is now regarded as what?
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Swan Lake
Swan Lake
A ballet originally unpopular, now loved and challenging.
The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
A famous Christmas ballet that wasn’t initially well-received.
The Sleeping Beauty
The Sleeping Beauty
A ballet featuring contrasting themes of darkness and gentleness.
Children's Album
Children's Album
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Tchaikovsky's Personality
Tchaikovsky's Personality
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Study Notes
Tchaikovsky's Ballets
- Tchaikovsky composed danceable music, raising the status of ballet music.
- His ballet performances in 1889 are still similar to modern productions.
- Sleeping Beauty is a popular ballet that continues to be performed.
Swan Lake
- Swan Lake was initially challenging to perform due to difficulty for audiences.
- The ballet is still one of the most demanding ballets to perform.
- Despite difficulties, the ballet is now a popular choice for dancers.
The Nutcracker
- The Nutcracker is a very popular and widely enjoyed ballet.
- It initially flopped in 1892.
- The Nutcracker is now associated with Christmas, important for children worldwide.
The Children's Album
- Tchaikovsky wrote 24 easy piano pieces dedicated to his nephew.
- These pieces have titles like The Doll's Funeral, Mama, and Winter Morning.
Music and the Person
- Tchaikovsky was often shy and self-critical.
- He sometimes destroyed his early pieces of music before anyone else saw them.
- His music includes both sad and emotional pieces as well as joyful and bright pieces.
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