Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893)

Russian

6 symphonies, The Nutcracker Suite, Swan Lake, Romeo and Juliet, The Sleeping Beauty, 1812 Overture, Piano Concerto in B-flat

• Tchaikovsky was one of the first Russian composers who made a lasting impression internationally.
• He was only 4 years old when he began to compose.
• Tchaikovsky was invited to the opening of Carnegie Hall in New York City. He conducted the New York Symphony Orchestra (at the time) for the opening ceremony.