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Shostakovich and Stalin – The Composer and the Dictator

Origin Story

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This chapter examines the fraught relationship between composer Dmitry Shostakovich and dictator Joseph Stalin, shedding light on the impact of political oppression on artistic expression. As it commemorates the 50th anniversary of Shostakovich's death, the discussion highlights the enduring challenges of artistic integrity in the face of authoritarianism.

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