** 2013 MONACO STRAVINSKY RITE OF SPRING CENTENARY OFFICIAL FDC

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OFFICIAL FIRST DAY COVER — On 29 May 1913, Igor Stravinsky’s ballet The Rite of Spring had its premiere in Paris. Although it is one of Stravinsky’s most famous works, it was first met with harsh criticism, negative reviews, and a riot. On 22 May 2013 MONACO issued a stamp to remember the centenary of Stravinsky’s masterpiece. The FDI special cancellation features the composer’s signature