Alexander Dargomyzhsky

Alexander Sergeyevich Dargomyzhsky (1813-1869) was an early romantic 19th century composer. He bridged the gap in opera composition between Glinka and Tchaikovsky. The Stone Guest is his most famous work.

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Romantic - 19th century - Composer - Opera - Glinka - Tchaikovsky - The Stone Guest

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Dargomyzhsky was educated in St. Petersburg. He was already known as a talented musical amateur when in 1833 he met Glinka and was encouraged to devote himself to composition. His light opera Esmeralda was written in 1839, and his Rusalka was performed in 1856, but he had but small success or recognition either at home or abroad, except in Belgium, until the sixties, when he became one of Balakirev's circle. His opera The Stone Guest then became famous among the progressive Russian school, though it was not performed until 1872. Dargomyzhsky died in January 1869. His compositions include a number of songs, and some orchestral pieces.

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St. Petersburg - Glinka - Opera - Rusalka - Belgium - Balakirev - The Stone Guest - 1872 - 1869

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