The 1812 Overture, as it's popularly known, was written in 1880 by Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky to commemorate the Russian defense against Napoleon's invading Grande Armee in 1812. <br /><br />The 15-minute commemorative overture is a symbol of the United States Independence Day and is a common accompaniment to fireworks displays. <br /><br />Despite Tchaikovsky not wanting to compose a festival piece, it went on to become one of his most popular works, alongside the ballet scores to The Nutcracker, The Sleeping Beauty, and Swan Lake.<br /><br /><br />Point Classics brings you the '30 Second Classics' series. A collection of two hundred Classical works, edited into 30 second excerpts, showcasing the most recognisable and famous parts.<br /><br />© 2022 One Media iP Ltd. All rights reserved.<br /><br />Subscribe to our channel - https://bit.ly/3yUiNmG<br />Like us on Facebook - https://bit.ly/3AX5ipa<br />Follow us on Twitter - https://bit.ly/3zgnQzj<br /><br />Want to license this track? Visit our website! http://www.pointclassics.com/
