It was during the Classical period that the piano's popularity grew among composers and audiences alike. But how did it happen?

Mozart, Beethoven and of course Rachmaninov in full, towering glory.

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Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, the most popular Russian composer of all time, best known for his ballets Swan Lake and The Nutcracker.

Magyarország kezdőlapja: gyors hírek, feltárt tények, karcos vélemények.

Described as a "six and a half foot scowl" by Igor Stravinsky, Sergei Rachmaninoff (born April 1st, 1873) rose to fame at age 18 with his first Piano Concerto. Not only was he a prolific composer; in fact, he was also a virtuoso-like pianist. Below are seven interesting facts about the great composer and virtuoso.

This series is dedicated to great musicians and composers who have a special place not only in the history of music but also in my heart.