Tchaikovsky Archive

The Violin concerto by Tchaikovsky

The concerto begins slowly with an introduction by the orchestra. This gives way to the entrance of the soloist, who introduces the first movement’s main melody, one of Tchaikovsky’s most beautiful themes. The soloist’s music …

Tchaikovsky’s Symphony #5

The symphony #5 opens with the motto theme (a theme that recurs) quietly played by the clarinet. The Allegro also begins with a gently moving theme doubled by the bassoon. The development section travels through …