Russian Masters: Khachaturian Gems and Rarities

Russian Masters: Khachaturian Gems and Rarities
Kevin Jackson as Spartacus; photographer: Justin Riddler

Revered for his music’s intense emotion and melody, Aram Khachaturian is primarily known in the dance world for epic works of classic Russian repertoire including Gayaneh and Spartacus. Behind these beloved masterpieces lies an impressive catalogue of stunning scores, which includes Rhapsody for Piano, Violin and Cello concertos, and exquisite chamber scores including the Piano Sonata and Children's Music. Recently released albums provide an illuminating spotlight on these exceptional, lesser-known compositions.

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A teaser of Alexei Ratmansky’s 2020 production of American Ballet Theater’s “Of Love & Rage” which is to have its premiere on the Metropolitan Opera stage in the near future:

The Australian Ballet’s bold 2018 production of Spartacus reimagined and choreographed by Lucas Jervies:

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(April 2021)