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[[The Rite of Spring]] is a [[ballet]] in two parts for large [[orchestra]] and ballet dancers written by [[Igor Stravinsky]] in 1912-3. It premiered on [[May 29]], [[1913]], and it caused one of the largest musical scandals in history | [[The Rite of Spring]] is a [[ballet]] in two parts for large [[orchestra]] and ballet dancers written by [[Igor Stravinsky]] in 1912-3. It premiered on [[May 29]], [[1913]], and it caused one of the largest musical scandals in history--a riot broke out in the audience shortly after the beginning of the work. Today, the work is widely performed, usually orchestra only, and is considered one of the greatest works of the 20th century and has come to be loved many. | ||
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The Rite of Spring is a ballet in two parts for large orchestra and ballet dancers written by Igor Stravinsky in 1912-3. It premiered on May 29, 1913, and it caused one of the largest musical scandals in history--a riot broke out in the audience shortly after the beginning of the work. Today, the work is widely performed, usually orchestra only, and is considered one of the greatest works of the 20th century and has come to be loved many.