The whimsical sculptures of Stravinsky Fountain in Paris are a bold, modern contrast to the Church of Saint-Merri, seen in the background of our photo today. The fountain—designed to inspire feelings of joy and playfulness—is a tribute to the groundbreaking symphonic composer and conductor Igor Stravinsky. Though he was born near St. Petersburg, Russia, Stravinsky wrote and debuted many of his career-making works while living in France in the early 20th century. It was this day in 1913 that Stravinsky’s ballet ‘The Rite of Spring’ debuted at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées.
A ‘circus of chaos’ for Stravinsky
Today in History
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International Polar Bear Day
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Asteroid Day
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Twosday
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The snows of Fuji
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National Aviation Day
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Spot on for International Cat Day
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World Lizard Day
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