Rimsky-Korsakov’s Masterpieces | The Vividly Colorful World of Russian Music

Rimsky-Korsakov, a composer who made major contributions to the development of Russian music as one of the “Mighty Handful.” He is said to have had synesthesia, perceiving colors in musical keys, and left behind many orchestral works rich in color as well as operas imbued with strong national character.

Born into a family of military nobility, he became captivated by the world of music, composing on land while serving as a naval officer.

His works, infused with such passion for music, have been passed down to later generations, and he also taught and nurtured many composers with the compositional techniques he mastered himself.

In this article, be sure to check out the works that showcase his creativity and innovation!