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Alexander Porfiryevich Borodin (Russian: Александр Порфирьевич Бородин, romanized: Aleksandr Porfiryevich Borodin, IPA: [ɐlʲɪkˈsandr pɐrˈfʲi rʲjɪvʲɪtɕ bərɐˈdʲin] ⓘ; 12 November 1833 – 27 February 1887) was a Romantic composer and chemist of Georgian-Russian extraction.
Apr 18, 2024 · Aleksandr Borodin (born Oct. 31 [Nov. 12, New Style], 1833, St. Petersburg, Russia—died Feb. 15 [Feb. 27], 1887, St. Petersburg) was a major Russian nationalist composer of the 19th century. He was also a notable scientist for his research on aldehydes.
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Welcome to the extraordinary world of genius melodist Alexander Borodin. “I’m a composer in search of oblivion; I’m always slightly ashamed to admit I compose.” So said one of the most brilliant Russian scientists of his generation, for whom composing was only a hobby.
Part of unperformed collaborative ballet-opera-spectacle by Cui (Act 1), Mussorgsky and Rimsky-Korsakov (Acts 2 and 3), and Borodin (Act 4), with ballet music by Minkus. Borodin used material from his unfinished Prince Igor as the basis for Act 4.
TitleStartEndNotesPiano Trio185018603 movements only, last movement is lostQuartet for flute, oboe, viola, and ...18521856based on music by Joseph HaydnString Trio in G major for 2 violins and ...1852 ?1856 ?only first 2 movements completedString Trio in G minor for 2 violins and ...18551855One movement (Andantino) only. Based on ...Alexander Porfiryevich Borodin (Russian: Александр Порфирьевич Бородин, Aleksandr Porfir'evič Borodin) (October 31/November 12, 1833 – February 15/February 27, 1887) was a Russian composer of Georgian parentage who made his living as a notable chemist. He was a member of the group of composers called “The Five ...
Alexander Borodin. Alexander Porfir'yevich Borodin. Born: St. Petersburg (Russia), 31 Oct. 1833 (OS; 12 Nov.) Died: St. Petersburg, 17 Feb. 1887 (OS; 27 Feb.) Little of Borodin's music was heard in his lifetime.
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Jan 1, 2014 · Learn about the life and works of the Russian composer and chemist who wrote the opera "Prince Igor". Discover how he balanced his passion for music and science, and how he died unexpectedly at a ball.
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