Mozart and Salieri
rus. Моцарт и Сальери · 1830
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Historical Context and Significance
«Mozart and Salieri» is one of Alexander Pushkin's «Little Tragedies», written in 1830. This work explores the theme of envy and genius, using the historical figures of composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri. Pushkin creates a dramatic situation in which Salieri, envious of Mozart's talent, decides to murder him. This play significantly influenced the cultural perception of these historical figures, cementing the myth of the rivalry between Mozart and Salieri. Its influence extended to music, theater, and film, inspiring numerous interpretations and adaptations, including Rimsky-Korsakov's opera and Milos Forman's film «Amadeus».
Date of publication: 26 September 2024
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Genre: Drama
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