Igor Stravinsky and the Night Music Started a Fight

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In 1913, Stravinsky’s new ballet caused the audience to riot, with people shouting and even fighting in the aisles. This episode explores how revolutionary rhythms sparked chaos and introduces the magical Russian Firebird legend.

  • Duration: 24:18
  • Composer: Igor Stravinsky
  • Release: February 1, 2026

Music Featured

Composer Title Source
Igor Stravinsky The Firebird - Infernal Dance archive.org
Igor Stravinsky The Firebird - Introduction and Dance archive.org
Igor Stravinsky The Firebird - Adagio (Pas de deux) archive.org
Igor Stravinsky Petrushka - The Shrovetide Fair archive.org
Igor Stravinsky Petrushka - Petrushka's Room archive.org
Igor Stravinsky L'Histoire du soldat - The Devil's Dance archive.org
Igor Stravinsky L'Histoire du soldat - Royal March archive.org
Igor Stravinsky Fireworks, Op. 4 archive.org
Igor Stravinsky The Firebird - Lullaby and Final Hymn archive.org

Themes

Classical Bedtime

Tags

#ballet #bedtime #caused #children #classical #educational #firebird #musicdoodoo #revolutionary #rhythms #riot #rite #spring #stravinsky #that