Пётр Ильи́ч Чайко́вский

Born in 1840, Tchaikovsky is a legend in the world of classical music.  He is incredibly popular among fanatics of the classical, having composed the music in Swan Lake.  He was the first popular composer to be well known outside of Russia, making appearances throughout Europe and even the U.S.  He composed symphonies, concertos, operas, ballets, and chamber music.  His music has remained popular throughout the world to this day.