Lyudmila N. Borisova

The article examines the works of S. V. Rachmaninoff of major genres, created at the end of the XIX – beginning of the XX century. For the analysis, the works united by the idea of Retribution, which is relevant for the designated time, were selected. The author uses the method of comparative as well as complex analysis, identifying common and special features of the First Symphony, the cantata "Spring", the opera "Francesca da Rimini". The method of analysis used shows the commonality of the principles of organization of the musical fabric in the conditions of individuality of the poetics of musical genres.

The article discusses the activities of N.A. Rimsky-Korsakov, the teacher standing at the origins of modern music education. Attention is also paid to the composer's contribution to Russian concert life in the last decades of the 19th century. The present review aims to evaluate the role of N. A. Rimsky-Korsakov – his personality, creative and educational activities – in Russian culture.

The author concludes that the issues touched upon in the article deserve further research to be comprehensively described and comprehensively analysed.