Russian composer Aleksandr Porfiryevich Borodin (1833-87) was also a chemist and physician. He published important chemistry papers and helped found a women's medical school. Music, especially composition, was his recreation. He later joined Balakirev in Moguchaya Kuchka (Mighty Little Heap), or The Five, a group of influential, nationalistic composers. Other members were Rimsky-Korsakov, Cui, and Mussorgsky.
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- Borodin, Alexander Porfirievich Biographical data, recommended CDs, books and sheet music, bibliography, and links to biographical essays from Dr. Estrella's Incredibly Abridged Dictionary of Composers.
- Alexander Borodin Wikipedia entry summarizing life and works and linked to related articles with illustration and OGG format audio sample.
- Classical Music Archives: Alexander Borodin Biography of Borodin from the Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music. Complete files offered in MIDI, MP3, and Windows Media audio formats, including live recordings of featured artists.
- Borodin, Alexander Porfir'yevich Brief biography and caricature with summaries of his operas and orchestral music and recommended recordings.
- Miscellaneous Songs by A. Borodin List of songs, some with texts.