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Дмитрий Шостакович. Альтовая соната

(1981)

Overview

The life and work of the great Russian composer Dmitriy Shostakovich is presented in this documentary through rare images and audios from many archives, at one time censored by the Soviet government. A brief take on his life, from his transition as an early prodigy to a first rate artist, his celebrated compositions and the final years with a declining health.

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Original TitleДмитрий Шостакович. Альтовая соната

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1981-01-01

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 17m

Production CompaniesLeningrad Documentary Film Studio

Genres

  • Music
  • Documentary