Alexander Borodin
1833 – 1887
Borodin was a brilliant chemist who composed in his spare time. His music evokes the exotic steppes of Central Asia — sensuous melodies and oriental color. Quality over quantity.
Essential Listening
Prince Igor - Polovtsian Dances
Wild, exotic, and irresistible. These dances capture nomadic warriors at their camp — thrilling and sensual by turns.
String Quartet No. 2 - Nocturne
Pure romantic yearning. The cello sings one of the most beautiful melodies in chamber music.
In the Steppes of Central Asia
A caravan crosses the vast steppes. Russian soldiers protect Eastern merchants — two melodies merge in peaceful harmony.
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