A Profile of Tchaikovsky

Tchaikovsky was one of the great composers of the 19th century. Having composed the Nutcracker Ballet, Swan Lake, Symphony Pathetique, as well as his famous violin concerto, Tchaikovsky enjoyed many successes. However, his personal life was filled with many neuroses, self doubt, nervousness, and an extreme dislike of social intercourse. Learn about the life of Pyotr Tchaikovsky in this profile.