Mikhail Ivanovich Glinka (May 21 [June 1, New Style], 1804 – February 3 [February 15], 1857) is widely regarded as the founder of Russian national[…]

Mikhail Ivanovich Glinka (1804–1857) is widely regarded as the founder of the Russian nationalist school in classical music—the first Russian composer to earn sustained recognition[…]

In the realm of classical music, certain names shine brighter than others, leaving an indelible mark on the art form’s history. Mikhail Glinka, a Russian[…]