Soviet music

Soviet music encompasses a diverse range of styles reflecting the USSR’s social, political, and cultural landscape from 1917 to 1991. It includes state-sponsored classical compositions, revolutionary songs, and folk traditions that emphasized unity, patriotism, and socialist ideals. While classical and choral works often adhered to socialist realism, popular music ranged from patriotic anthems to innovative jazz and rock, sometimes subtly critiquing or subtly resisting authority. Despite restrictions, Soviet musicians fostered rich, unique musical expressions, blending traditional Russian elements with Western influences, resulting in a complex, multi-layered musical culture shaped by ideology and creative resilience.