The 1812Overture written by Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky in 1880 to commemorate Russia's defense of Moscow against Napoleon's advancing Grande Armée at the Battle of Borodino … more
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MNeulander posted a Quick Tip about 1812 Overture.
August 15, 2010
I love this piece. I have had the pleasure of sitting on the steps of the Lincoln memorial on the 4th of July when the 1812 was played and have seen the fireworks. If you haven't had the pleasure, put … more