Turning Points

Show & Culture

One year can make all the difference. During the world premiere of Le Sacre du printemps, a true riot erupted. A year later, composer Igor Stravinsky was celebrated triumphantly in the streets of Paris by enthusiastic admirers after a performance of the same work. The Violin Concerto by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, initially considered unplayable, marked a turning point in the musical repertoire thanks to its innovative virtuosity and breathtaking acrobatics. Come and discover for yourself how these modern sounds have changed the way the world perceives music.