Tchaikovsky

Famous People

Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson, students read a short biography about Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, the Russian composer. Students learn new vocabulary and watch a video about one of his most famous compositions.

This lesson mentions Tchaikovsky's presumed sexual orientation. Teacher discretion is advised.

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Focus

topic-based
academic
4-skills
biography
paraphrasing
classical music

Vocabulary

influence
sibling
civil servant
standing
conservatory
progressive
grateful
sensitive
destine
hypothesize
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