Igor Stravinsky

Sound

Born June 17, 1882 — Died April 6, 1971

From Oranienbaum, Saint Petersburg Governorate, Russian Empire [now Lomonosov, Saint Petersburg, Russia]

Also known as Ігор Стравінський, Igor Stravinsky, Igor' Fëdorovič Stravinskij

Biography

Igor Stravinsky was a Russian composer, conductor and pianist. He is regarded as one of the most influential 20th century composers. His ballets The Firebird, Petrushka and The Rite of Spring, originally produced in Paris by Sergei Diaghilev, garnered him international fame. The latter ballet famou...