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What melody is Tchaikovsky Ouverture 1812

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The piece begins with the simple, plaintive Russian melody of the Eastern Orthodox Troparion of the Holy Cross (also known as "O Lord, Save Thy People") played by four cellos and two violas. This represents the Russian people praying for a swift conclusion to the invasion.

Composer: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Musical key: E-flat major

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