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Galina Ulanova at the Kirov Theater

Duration: 0:28:38

The radio program "How does a dance sound" with author Eugenia discusses the famous Russian ballerina Galina Ulanova. Born in 1910, Ulanova was raised by a family of ballet artists and began her ballet training at a young age. Her mother, Marina Romanova, was her first teacher, and she taught Ulanova to stand properly and to dance the Italian polka. Ulanova made her debut as a child in the Opera "Snow Maiden," and her first performance as an adult was with the Mariinsky Theatre. Ulanova's serious expression and deep gaze made it difficult for her to smile, even during performances.

Language: Russian
Topics: ArtBalletDance

"Ballet Composers". Ludwig Minku

Duration: 0:29:23

The radio show "Orpheus" featured a program by author Evgenia about ballet composers of the 19th century, specifically Ludwig Minkus. Minkus, like Adolphe Adam, was criticized for his music being lightweight or too frivolous, though some recognized the grace and appeal of his melodies. Minkus was born in Vienna in 1826 and grew up surrounded by music, as his father was a restaurateur with a small orchestra that played popular tunes. Minkus showed prodigious talent from an early age, playing the violin and composing music. At age 12, he performed for the Zephirine Society of Friends of Music, and by his teenage years, he was already creating music for ballets.

Language: Russian
Topics: MusicArtBalletRussian composers