Anton Dvorák and the Slavonic Dance #1Anton Dvorák is regarded as one of the leading composers of Czeck national music (Kamien). His works were highly influenced by the nature of Eastern European folk dance. Late in his career, he became inspired by Native American melodies and African-American spirituals. In this lesson, we are going to explore his work through the lens of his Slavonic Dance #1. Image: Bettmann Archive