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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.
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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.
May 8, 2020 · Alexander Borodin : Symphony No. 1 in E-flat major (1862-67) Rodders. 23.8K subscribers. Subscribed. 43. 2.1K views 4 years ago. I. Adagio - Allegro - Andantino 00:00 - 13:00 II. Scherzo ...
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Jan 1, 2014 · Learn about the life and works of the Russian composer and chemist who wrote the opera "Prince Igor". Discover how he balanced his passion for music and science, and how he died unexpectedly at a ball.
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 ...
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Feb 27, 2019 · Learn about the life and music of Borodin, one of the famous "Russian Five" composers, who also excelled in science and medicine. Discover how his passion for the exotic, his love affairs, and his overwork led to his untimely death at 53.
