Igor Stravinsky was one of the most revolutionary composers of the 20th century, whose innovative compositions reshaped the landscape of classical music. Born on June 17, 1882, in Oranienbaum, Russia, he grew up in a musical household. His father, Fyodor Stravinsky, was a bass singer at the Mariinsky Theatre in Saint Petersburg, exposing young Igor to the world of music from an early age.
Stravinsky initially studied law at the University of Saint Petersburg, but his passion for music led him to pursue studies with renowned composer Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. Under Rimsky-Korsakov's guidance, Stravinsky honed his compositional skills and developed a deep appreciation for Russian folk music and the principles of orchestration.