The Rite of Spring

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A revolutionary ballet by Igor Stravinsky premiered in 1913, noted for fusing pagan tradition with modernity and causing a riot.

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Sean Kelly: Existentialism, Nihilism, and the Search for Meaning | Lex Fridman Podcast #227

Sean Kelly: Existentialism, Nihilism, and the Search for Meaning | Lex Fridman Podcast #227

Lex Fridman

A ballet and orchestral concert work by Igor Stravinsky, famously caused riots at its premiere due to its radical new sound but ultimately proved to be a deeply communicative act that changed musical understanding.

Civilization #53: Dostoevsky and the Soul of Russia

Civilization #53: Dostoevsky and the Soul of Russia

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A revolutionary ballet by Igor Stravinsky premiered in 1913, noted for fusing pagan tradition with modernity and causing a riot.