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1943, soviet composer dmitri shostakovich working in his little chicken coop studio, of which he is very fond, as his daughter gazes out of the window, in the summer of 1943, the soviet government turned over to the union of soviet composers a small state farm near ivanovo, to serve as an auxiliary farm and a summer creative center for composers, it is a fine estate, with main house, numerous outbuildings, poultry farm, extensive kitchen gardens and a lovely flower garden, that summer, dmitri shostakovich, reinhold gliere, aram khachaturian, and nina makarova, lived there with their families and carried on their musical work
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1943, soviet composer dmitri shostakovich working in his little chicken coop studio, of which he is very fond, as his daughter gazes out of the window, in the summer of 1943, the soviet government turned over to the union of soviet composers a small state farm near ivanovo, to serve as an auxiliary farm and a summer creative center for composers, it is a fine estate, with main house, numerous outbuildings, poultry farm, extensive kitchen gardens and a lovely flower garden, that summer, dmitri shostakovich, reinhold gliere, aram khachaturian, and nina makarova, lived there with their families and carried on their musical work
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In this photo print, we catch a glimpse of the renowned Soviet composer Dmitri Shostakovich immersed in his creative sanctuary. It is 1943, and Shostakovich finds solace within the walls of his beloved chicken coop studio. As he diligently works on his musical compositions, his daughter gazes out of the window, perhaps lost in her own thoughts. During that summer, an extraordinary initiative by the Soviet government unfolded. They entrusted a small state farm near Ivanovo to the Union of Soviet Composers as both an auxiliary farm and a summer haven for composers to nurture their artistic endeavors. This picturesque estate boasts not only a main house but also numerous outbuildings, a poultry farm teeming with life, extensive kitchen gardens brimming with fresh produce, and a delightful flower garden exuding beauty. Shostakovich was joined by fellow esteemed composers Reinhold Gliere and Aram Khachaturian along with Nina Makarova during their stay at this idyllic retreat. Together with their families, they dedicated themselves to creating music that would resonate through time. This image captures not just one man's dedication to his craft but also showcases how art can flourish amidst nature's embrace. The serene surroundings provided inspiration while fostering collaboration among these talented individuals who sought refuge from the chaos of war-torn Russia. As we observe Shostakovich engrossed in his work while cherishing moments shared with loved ones nearby, it serves as a poignant reminder of resilience and creativity flourishing even in challenging times.
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