Elgin Symphony Orchestra - Ravel's Bolero was commissioned by Russian dancer & actress Ida Rubinstein (Pictured Below). It debuted on November 20, 1928, to a shocked audience. A woman was overheard yelling “
This is such a fun photograph of Ida Rubinstein performing in the original production of Boléro in 1928. Originally written as a ballet… | Instagram
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