Love, a Swan, and the Sugar Plum Fairy – Music Like a Dream

Great emotions, unforgettable melodies, and the magical sound of a Romantic orchestra bring fairy-tale worlds to life. We'll meet the creator of some of the most beloved ballets ever written: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.

No composer combined memorable melodies with such sumptuous orchestral colours quite like Tchaikovsky. His music is filled with striking contrasts – from the graceful flutter of swan's wings to the heartbreak of tragic love.

Although many of his works seem to belong to a world of enchantment and fairy tales, they also reveal profound sensitivity and emotional depth. For countless music lovers, Tchaikovsky is the composer who opens the door to classical music – and one whose works audiences return to throughout their lives.