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Shostakovich and Stalin – The Composer and the Dictator

Origin Story

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The Unexpected Farewell of a Great Composer

This chapter explores the death of a celebrated composer whose funeral was sparsely attended, illustrating the irony of his overshadowed legacy. It examines the intricate dynamics of his reputation, further complicated by a rival's disparaging comments and the controversial release of his autobiography.

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