38. Igor Stravinsky

(September 2014) I have completed phase 38 of my “opus project” in which I listen to the complete works of an artist. This episode: IGOR STRAVINSKY.   I went into this as a casual fan, and came out a huge admirer.   Almost every piece has something interesting or unexpected.   Very rich.

 

Favorite ballet (and favorite work): The Rite of Spring

Favorite orchestral piece: 8 instrumental miniatures

Favorite concertante: Concerto for piano and wind instruments

Favorite choral piece: Mass

Favorite vocal piece: Pastorale

Favorite chamber piece: Three pieces for clarinet

Favorite piano piece: Concerto for two pianos

Compared to expectations: ↑

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