How Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Conquered Christmas

Why is The Nutcracker EVERYWHERE During Christmas? This beloved ballet suite isn't just famous by accident - it's actually one of music history's greatest masterpieces in orchestration! Let's learn from Tchaikovsky how to write unforgettable music through innovative instrument combinations and revolutionary sound colors. I ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO GO CHECK OUT THESE FANTASTIC NUTCRACKER RECORDINGS: HR-Sinfonieorchester - Michał Nesterowicz -    • Tschaikowsky: Nussknacker-Suite ∙ hr-Sinfo...   Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra - Yannick Nezet-Seguin -    • Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker - Rotterdams P...   Image credits: Schiedmayer Celesta GmbH (CC BY-SA 4.0) The content on this channel is for educational and promotional purposes only. We have the deepest respect for hard working artists and only wish to point others towards their work. If you believe that there has been a copyright infringement, please contact us here: implodingpumpkin@gmail.com #nutcracker #Christmas #musictheory #composition