/ˈpiːtər ˈɪlɨtʃ tʃaɪˈkɒfski/ (1840 – 1893)
The Year 1812, Festival Overture in E flat major
- aka the 1812 Overture or the Overture of 1812
An overture written to commemorate Russia's defense of Moscow against Napoleon's advancing Grande Armée at the Battle of Borodino in 1812.
The overture is best known for its climactic volley of cannon fire, ringing chimes, and brass fanfare finale.
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Bonus:
Anthem of the French Monarchy / Hymne de la monarchie Française - by Tchaikovsky
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