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How did Igor Stravinsky’s father influence his early exposure to music and theatre?

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Igor Stravinsky’s father, Fyodor, was a prominent Russian operatic bass, and his presence significantly shaped the composer's upbringing. The Stravinsky family household was characterized by a blend of musical, theatrical, and literary spheres, which exerted a lasting influence on the young Igor. This environment provided him with early exposure to these artistic disciplines, laying a foundation for his future career in musical composition.12