![]() He was a better conductor, or at least he turned himself into a better conductor over time.īy his own admission, Tchaikovsky hated to conduct. ![]() Tchaikovsky was a competent pianist, but no more. Being able to conduct allows a composer to perform her works written for larger ensembles. Being able to at least “get around” a piano keyboard allows a composer to actually hear her music as she writes being a good pianist allows a composer to actually play her music to others. I would suggest that the two most important musical skills a composer should have – aside from competence at composing – are being able to play the piano and being able to conduct. ![]() The trip was intended as business, not pleasure: Tchaikovsky had ventured forth to America to conduct concerts of his own works. The event: on Ap– 126 years ago this coming Wednesday – the Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) arrived in New York City, there to begin his one-and-only stay in the United States. As a result, this week’s “Music History Monday” is, in fact, “Music History Wednesday”, as we turn to April 26 for the event that powers today’s post. ![]() He was received and reviewed like a visiting God.” Portrait of composer and conductor Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, 1840-1893.īoth the dates April 24 and 25 are bereft of significant musical events. “Tchaikovsky’s American tour was a smash for everyone involved. ![]()
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