Rimsky-Korsakov (Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov)

Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov was a Russian composer and skilled orchestrator known for his colorful, vivid music. Active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, he played a key role in developing Russia’s national musical style. His compositions, such as "Scheherazade" and "The Flight of the Bumblebee," are celebrated for their inventive use of orchestral textures and vivid imagery. Rimsky-Korsakov also mentored young composers, including Igor Stravinsky, and contributed to music education. His mastery of orchestration and melodic imagination significantly influenced Western classical music, making him a prominent figure in both Russian and broader musical history.