A Sick Genius? The Critical Reception of Alexei Stanchinsky
A Sick Genius? The Critical Reception of Alexei Stanchinsky

Summary/Abstract: This article examines the critical reception of the Russian composer Alexei Stanchinsky (1888–1914). It focuses on the critical reviews published in Russian newspapers and musical periodicals during Stanchinsky’s lifetime. Its findings are a result of original archival research conducted in Moscow in 2019. This study shows that Stanchinsky’s work received a more mixed reception during his lifetime than previously claimed. As such, it provides a more nuanced insight into Stanchinsky’s reception, as well as the views and prejudices of early 20th century Russian music critics.

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