Alexander Dargomyzhsky
Russian composer of operas
Born
1813
212 years ago
Died
January 17th, 1869
156 years ago — 56 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Russia
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A notable Russian composer during the 19th century, focused on the development of Russian opera. His most famous work, the opera 'Rusalka', integrated Russian themes and folklore into the operatic tradition. Dargomyzhsky was instrumental in bridging the gap between classical and folk music, influencing future generations of Russian composers. He also contributed to the establishment of a distinctly Russian operatic style that emphasized national identity through music.
Composed the opera 'Rusalka'
Contributed to the development of Russian opera
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