The Pianist from Saint Petersburg

His music was instrumental in the war effort against Nazi Germany. His story is that of survival against the siege of Leningrad.

Shostakovich, Spread New Music to the World, WWII

The Composer of Russia

The years 1939 through 1945 were a period of heavy cultural and artistic influence between Russia and the United States. During WWII, many artists moved between the two countries, including famed composer Igor Stravinsky. He is widely known for The Firebird and The Rite of Spring, which influenced the American composer Aaron Copland's influence. Of […]

Spread New Music to the World, Stravinsky, WWII

Love and loyalty in times of war

The mind behind the catchy and folksy military tune of Katyusha, one of the most popular songs in Soviet Russia during WWII

Blanter, Spread New Music to the World, WWII

World and Melody

WORD AND MELODYSaturday, June 11, 20167:30PM – 9:30 PM ESTSt. Elizabeth Catholic Church917 Montrose RdRockville, MD 20852Russian soprano Yulia Petrachuk, Peruvian Baritone Jose Sacin and Belarusian pianist Tatiana Loisha will grace the gorgeous stage of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church with an Interesting Art Songs program. You will hear spellbinding song cycles by Richard Strauss and Claude Debussy, selected songs by an American contemporary composer Emmanuel Dubois and beautiful songs by Sergey Rachmaninoff and Giuseppe […]

The Theater Master

The story of a brilliant mind who was a jack of all trades and a master of many. A playwright and a songwriter who was never formally educated in either art.

Coward, Spread New Music to the World, WWII

The War and the Artist

The artist whose life and career is defined by their contribution to the war effort of WWII and their dedication to the warriors who fought for their country.

Spread New Music to the World, Vera Lynn, WWII

Diverse talents fighting against the odds

Mixed and talented, the story of success of an all-girl swing band. How they rose to the top during times of segregation, and their contribution to WWII.

International Sweethearts of Rhythm, Spread New Music to the World, WWII

The Actress and her duty

The role of one of Hollywood's icon in fighting against the Nazi regime using her talents and skills.

Marlene Dietrich, Spread New Music to the World, WWII

Sisters in music and war

The story of three sisters who became an icon of pop music during the 1930s and 1940s and their role in supporting the war effort in WWII

Andrews Sisters, Spread New Music to the World, WWII

Best Band Manager

The life of Artie Shaw, who was a virtuoso with the clarinet and who retired early from his music career.

Artie Shaw, Spread New Music to the World, WWII