Published Mar 21, 2022
The Rite of Spring Riot
Gary Arndt delves into the riotous debut of Igor Stravinsky's "The Rite of Spring," unpacking the cultural tensions that fueled one of Paris's most infamous artistic events, while examining the lasting impact it had on the evolution of classical music and Stravinsky's rising fame.
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