To this, one of Tchaikovsky’s most glorious compositions, George Balanchine created ‘Serenade’ for what would become the New York City Ballet. It was Balanchine’s first choreography for American dancers. Serenade, choreographed in 1933/4 is, one of the most mesmerizing, not mention dramatic, ballets ever made. There are many excerpts on internet and a complete version filmed in 1973. Thank you for sharing this wonderful music, that handsome fellow by Repin (love the artist) and allowing me to share Balanchine’s masterpiece.
Thanks so much, Yvonne, for pointing me toward the ballet. I have spent an enjoyable morning watching clips on youtube. My favorite so far is the 1973 version (https://youtu.be/2LSs-ZiiPGo
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To this, one of Tchaikovsky’s most glorious compositions, George Balanchine created ‘Serenade’ for what would become the New York City Ballet. It was Balanchine’s first choreography for American dancers. Serenade, choreographed in 1933/4 is, one of the most mesmerizing, not mention dramatic, ballets ever made. There are many excerpts on internet and a complete version filmed in 1973. Thank you for sharing this wonderful music, that handsome fellow by Repin (love the artist) and allowing me to share Balanchine’s masterpiece.
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Thanks so much, Yvonne, for pointing me toward the ballet. I have spent an enjoyable morning watching clips on youtube. My favorite so far is the 1973 version (https://youtu.be/2LSs-ZiiPGo
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Important to respect Russian culture and people despite Putin’s attack on Ukraine.
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Some of Tchaikovsky’s pieces that are now among his most famous initially received terrible reactions from music critics and musicians:
https://32minutes.wordpress.com/2019/02/05/tchaikovskys-bad-reviews/
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lol….BRUTAL reviews! Thanks for the link, Steve. 🙂
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Such a beautiful serenade. Thank you for sharing.
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I appreciate your visit, Anita. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. 🙂
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My pleasure always 💖
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Fantastic music. And the dance that Yvonne mentions is equal. Plus, love the painting and its handsome sitter.
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Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Vivienne. 🙂
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Tchaikovsky is one of the best composers of stringed instruments (Mendelssohn as well).
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Rescued from spam – so sorry for the delay in reply, Brandon. Thanks for sharing your thoughts! 🙂
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Oh, no problem! I’ve had to do that several times.
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The portrait has such a strong romantic vibe. 😊
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I confess, I return to this post frequently…lol 🙂 Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Giadreams.
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It’s certainly worth re-visiting, and it’s my pleasure! 🤓
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