Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky--The Kennedy Center

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When was Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky born?

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May 7, 1840

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Which of the following ballets is Tchaikovsky known for? Cinderella, Giselle, The Firebird, Swan Lake

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Swan Lake

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What was Tchaikovsky's nationality?

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Russian

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Which instrument's sound was introduced in 'The Nutcracker'? Harp, Violin, Celesta Keyboard, Flute

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Celesta Keyboard

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Who was Tchaikovsky's influential patron?

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Nadezha von Meck

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Which opera by Tchaikovsky is based on a novel by Alexander Pushkin?

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Eugene Onegin

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What is the nickname of Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 6?

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Pathétique

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Which piece did Tchaikovsky famously dislike despite its popularity?

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1812 Overture

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In which city did Tchaikovsky conduct at the opening of Carnegie Hall?

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New York

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Which composer influenced Tchaikovsky with the use of Russian folk tunes?

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Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov