Censorship, Dissent and the Music of Dmitri Shostakovich: He Who Has Ears Will Hear!
Shostakovich's musical career mirrored the rise and history of the then Soviet Union from 1917-1975. His career started with Lenin's rule; he knew Stalin personally and was nearly purged twice; he survived the siege of Leningrad, argued with Khrushchev, and died during Breshnev’s tenure. Shostakovich survived because the government considered him a "yurodivy," a village idiot, a holy fool, by Russian tradition one of the chosen few allowed to speak out. He composed music that pleased the state and music that infuriated the state. Through it all, his mind remained his own. Join us as we discover the secret inspiration behind the music of Shostakovich.
For over 20 years, Robert Greenberg has presented his music lecture series in concert halls, universities, and boardrooms nationally. An accomplished composer with over 45 works to his name, Greenberg has also recorded best-selling audio courses for the acclaimed Teaching Company.
