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Stravinsky and The Rite of Spring
On the timeline · around 1913 · The Recording Age
What happened
The premiere of Igor Stravinsky's ballet The Rite of Spring in Paris in 1913 caused a near-riot: its pounding, irregular rhythms, harsh dissonances, and primal subject scandalized the audience. It was one of the most shocking musical events of its time.
Why it matters
The Rite of Spring shattered conventions of rhythm and harmony and became a symbol of modernism itself. Its rhythmic revolution influenced not only classical composers but jazz, film music, and beyond.
Sources
- World History Encyclopedia. Igor Stravinsky · Reputable source