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PYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY (1840 – 1893) Russian composer whose works included symphonies, concertos, operas, ballets and chamber music. Some of these are among the most popular concert and theatrical music in the classical repertoire. He was the first Russian composer whose music made a lasting impression internationally Although musically precocious, Tchaikovsky was educated for a career as a civil servant. There was scant opportunity for a musical career in Russia at that time, and no system of public music education. When an opportunity for such an education arose, he entered the nascent Saint Petersurg Conservatory, from where he graduated in 1865. Despite his later many popular successes, Tchaikovsky's life was punctuated by personal crises and depression. "UNBRIDLED EMOTION" would perhaps best describe the music of Tchaikovsky. His deep- sensitivity saturated his music producing lush melodies that have enamored listeners for over a century. Tchaikovsky's music was marked by a sensuously rhythmic pulse and an innate melodic flow that enabled him to create some of the world's greatest ballet music; music that shows a mixture of playful classicism and romantic verve. That he should incorporate such melodies into his symphonies prompted some critics to attack. Tchaikovsky's quick defense was simple, ballet music was by no means inferior to any other form of music. This inevitably would be affirmed by the millions of people who still rally behind his symphonies in praise, however, haughty critics still deride Tchaikovsky of his just rewards. CONNECTION: Dances in music and in painting