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Alexander Porfiryevich Borodin (Russian: Александр Порфирьевич Бородин, romanized: Aleksandr Porfiryevich Borodin, IPA: [ɐlʲɪkˈsandr pɐrˈfʲi rʲjɪvʲɪtɕ bərɐˈdʲin] ⓘ; 12 November 1833 – 27 February 1887) was a Romantic composer and chemist of Georgian-Russian extraction.
Aleksandr Borodin (born Oct. 31 [Nov. 12, New Style], 1833, St. Petersburg, Russia—died Feb. 15 [Feb. 27], 1887, St. Petersburg) was a major Russian nationalist composer of the 19th century. He was also a notable scientist for his research on aldehydes.
Welcome to the extraordinary world of genius melodist Alexander Borodin. “I’m a composer in search of oblivion; I’m always slightly ashamed to admit I compose.” So said one of the most brilliant Russian scientists of his generation, for whom composing was only a hobby.
Alexander Porfiryevich Borodin (Russian: Александр Порфирьевич Бородин, Aleksandr Porfir'evič Borodin) (October 31/November 12, 1833 – February 15/February 27, 1887) was a Russian composer of Georgian parentage who made his living as a notable chemist. He was a member of the group of composers called “The Five ...
Jan 1, 2014 · Although composer Alexander Borodin (1833-1887) is best known for writing one of the best Russian operas, "Prince Igor," he was also a renowned scientist and chemist.
Alexander Borodin (12 November 1833 - 27 February 1887) was an incredible man. Not only was he a world-class scientist - indeed, this is what he is remembered for in parts of Russia - but he...
Feb 27, 2019 · Arts, Culture and Entertainment, Music (Arts and Entertainment), Classical. Learn about the life of Borodin, who was a scientist and composer who achieved too much and burnt out.
Alexander Porfiryevich Borodin was a prominent Russian composer, chemist, and doctor who played a crucial role in the development of Russian classical music during the Romantic era. His life was a fascinating blend of artistic creativity and scientific pursuit.
Alexander Porfiryevich Borodin was a Russian Romantic composer and chemist of Georgian ancestry. He was one of the prominent 19th-century composers known as "The Five", "Kuchka"...
Borodin is best known for his three symphonies, two string quintets, and his opera Prince Igor. Borodin began composing Prince Igor in 1869 and worked on it for 18 years. Before his death in 1887, Rimsky-Korsakov helped Borodin orchestrate Polovtsian Dances, a selection from Prince Igor, so that it could be performed as a "stand alone" concert ...
