How is a great musical work born? Is it composer's anguish, or simply excellent writing by an accomplished composer?
With the history surrounding the 1812 Overture, and especially the Russian nationalistic aspect of it, should Americans be rethinking their choice of music for Independence Day, in light of events in Ukraine at the moment?
With the history surrounding the 1812 Overture, and especially the Russian nationalistic aspect of it, should Americans be rethinking their choice of music for Independence Day, in light of events in Ukraine at the moment?