Ukraine Erases Tchaikovsky as Symbol of ‘Russian Imperialism’

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Ukraine’s Culture Ministry has erased the name of renowned Russian composer Pyotr Tchaikovsky from its National Music Academy. Tchaikovsky rose to global prominence in the latter half of the 19th century as a leading composer of symphonic music, including the ballets Swan Lake and The Nutcracker. The measure is part of Kiev’s broader campaign to remove symbols linked to Ukraine’s shared history with Russia. The Kiev City Council recently voted t…

Ukraine erases Tchaikovsky as symbol of ‘Russian imperialism’

The renowned composer’s name has been removed from the National Music AcademyFILE PHOTO: National Music Academy of Ukraine building. ©  Maxym Marusenko / NurPhoto via Getty ImagesUkraine’s Culture Ministry has erased the name of renowned Russian composer Pyotr Tchaikovsky from its National Music Academy. Tchaikovsky rose to global prominence in the latter half of the 19th century as a leading composer of symphonic music, including the ballets Sw…