Nikolai Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov (1844-1908), from Slavonic Composers, 1890s

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Nikolai Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov (1844–1908) was a prominent Russian composer, teacher, and conductor, who played a significant role in the development of Russian classical music during the late 19th century. As a member of the group of composers known as "The Mighty Handful" or "The Five," he worked alongside Mily Balakirev, Cesar Cui, Modest Mussorgsky, and Alexander Borodin to create a distinct national style of classical music in Russia.

Rimsky-Korsakov was born into a noble family with a military tradition, but he developed a passion for music early in his life. Despite initially pursuing a career in the navy, he eventually dedicated himself to music full-time, becoming a professor of composition and orchestration at the Saint Petersburg Conservatory. He was a master of orchestration, as evidenced by his works such as "Capriccio Espagnol," "Russian Easter Festival Overture," and the symphonic suite "Scheherazade."

In addition to his own compositions, Rimsky-Korsakov is known for his role in preserving and continuing the legacies of his contemporaries. He completed Mussorgsky's opera "Khovanshchina" and edited several of his other works, ensuring that they would be performed and published. His influence extended to his students, who included Igor Stravinsky and Sergei Prokofiev, both of whom would become leading composers of the 20th century.

Rimsky-Korsakov's legacy is also captured in visual art, notably in the 1890s portrait by Ilya Efimovich Repin, a leading Russian realist painter. Repin's depiction of Rimsky-Korsakov is part of a series of portraits of Slavonic composers, showcasing the cultural figures who shaped the musical landscape of the era. The portrait captures the composer's thoughtful and introspective nature, contributing to the historical image of Rimsky-Korsakov as not only a musical genius but also an intellectual and a key figure in the Russian artistic community.

Rimsky-Korsakov's contributions to music theory, particularly his book "Principles of Orchestration," have had a lasting impact on the study and practice of orchestration. His operas, often based on Russian history and folklore, have become staples of the Russian operatic repertoire. Through his compositions, teachings, and scholarly works, Rimsky-Korsakov has left an indelible mark on the world of classical music.

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