Alexander Dargomyzhsky grave, Monumental grave in Tikhvin Cemetery, Saint Petersburg, Russia
Description
Alexander Dargomyzhsky's grave sits within the Tikhvin Cemetery at the Alexander Nevsky Lavra complex and features marble carved with traditional Slavic design. The monument occupies a prominent section among many other notable burial sites in this historical cemetery.
History
The composer died in Saint Petersburg in 1869 and was laid to rest in this cemetery, where sculptor Andrey Khaustov created his monument in 1961. This work solidified his legacy as a crucial figure in Russian musical development.
Culture
The grave honors a composer whose works like Rusalka and The Stone Guest remain central to Russian opera traditions and continue to be performed in concert halls.
Practical
The grave sits within the monastery complex, which stays open to visitors year-round and is easy to reach on foot. Allow time to walk through the cemetery grounds where you can discover other notable burial sites while navigating the expansive space.
Did you know?
The composer pioneered the use of natural speech patterns woven into musical passages, creating an operatic style that still influences composers today. His experiments with melody and spoken language were groundbreaking for how Russian opera evolved afterward.
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