Schedule
HostsWays to Give
HomePlaylistSchedule
HostsEventsOn DemandOur StoryOur TeamWays to Give Become a Sponsor
How to ListenVisit Help CenterContact Us

Find Us on Social Media:

Logo image

Find Us on Social Media:

Download Our Mobile App:

google play icon

About

HomePlaylistSchedule
HostsOn DemandOur StoryOur Team

Community

EventsWays to Give Become a SponsorPressDiversity StatementCareersAnnual EEO ReportDigital Accessibility

Help

How to ListenVisit Help CenterContact Us

©2025 Classical California

Sweepstakes RulesFCC ComplianceLocal Public FilesCPB ComplianceAnnual EEO ReportPrivacy PolicyCode of Integrity

articles / Stravinsky

Now You Can Buy Igor Stravinsky’s LA Home

StravinskyPop CultureLos Angeles

Composer Igor Stravinsky’s former Los Angeles home quietly hit the real estate market recently. Located at 1260 N Wetherly Drive, just above the Sunset Strip, the 2,612 square foot traditional style 3-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home was originally listed at $4.3 million, but last week the sellers dropped the price to $4 million. (That works out to a cool $1,529/sq ft.)

The listing does not mention Igor Stravinsky, even though he lived there for nearly 20 years.


It’s been on the market before. The home last sold in 1996 for $700,000. It was then that Esa-Pekka Salonen, then the music director of the LA Phil considered purchasing it. But, according to the New York Times, Salonen “noted the carpet indentations where the great man’s pianos had stood, the hook where a goat had been tethered (Stravinsky liked the milk) and the built-in couch where [the poet Dylan] Thomas had slept off more than a few over indulgences. An aspiring composer himself, Mr. Salonen wisely feared the presence of ghosts.”

Soprano Ariadne Greif visited the home at a recent open house and took a few videos.

BUT ALSO my mom noticed Stravinsky’s former home was up for sale and had an open house…so we took ourselves on a tour of that too!!!! pic.twitter.com/fph1GCVVxP

— Ariadne Greif (@AriadneGreif) August 1, 2018

Described as “small” BUT NOT AT ALL, Stravinsky’s house apparently had a goat tied up in front—back in the day—because he liked to drink goat milk 🐐 pic.twitter.com/sZlVKHhbJe

— Ariadne Greif (@AriadneGreif) August 1, 2018

There is a fab kitchen with a bathroom and office in it pic.twitter.com/nPjzpvPWlU

— Ariadne Greif (@AriadneGreif) August 1, 2018

There is a great sun room where Dylan Thomas probably recovered frequently pic.twitter.com/wKvSG994nQ

— Ariadne Greif (@AriadneGreif) August 1, 2018

Wallpaper in bathroom 4 (I mean, probably modern like everything else, but I am telling myself Igor and Vera put it in themselves) is ON FIRE!! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/1VMSrvBP0c

— Ariadne Greif (@AriadneGreif) August 1, 2018

Living room, bedroom, very spectacular bathroom pic.twitter.com/dT80n8lXdk

— Ariadne Greif (@AriadneGreif) August 1, 2018

So, if you’ve got an extra $4 million lying around and you’re interested in buying Stravinsky’s house, you can. If you’ve got an extra $4 million lying around and you want to buy ME Stravinsky’s house, I wouldn’t turn it down. You can check out the listing and see more photos of the property here.

StravinskyPop CultureLos Angeles
Written by:
Brian Lauritzen
Brian Lauritzen
Published on 06.13.2019
Loading...

MORE LIKE THIS

Go Behind the Scenes: The Making of “At Home with Musicians of the LA Phil”

Go Behind the Scenes: The Making of “At Home with Musicians of the LA Phil”

Explore the personal music choices of LA Phil musicians in the 'At Home with…' series. Discover their selections and stories, bringing calm and inspiration during home time.

05/28/2020
The Story Behind LA Composer Dale Trumbore’s World Premiere

The Story Behind LA Composer Dale Trumbore’s World Premiere

LA composer Dale Trumbore's piece, Infinitely and Without Apology, premieres at the Pasadena Symphony. Inspired by a poem, it explores women's experiences and resilience.

10/01/2018
Ellen Reid: Composing Her Way Through LA

Ellen Reid: Composing Her Way Through LA

Ellen Reid, a prolific composer, discusses her latest work "dreams of the new world" for the LA Master Chorale, exploring American history through music.

10/01/2018
Get a Glimpse Behind the LA Phil’s Incredible 100th Season

Get a Glimpse Behind the LA Phil’s Incredible 100th Season

LA Phil announces its 100th season, featuring a diverse repertoire with 54 commissions, 58 premieres, and music by 61 living composers. The season promotes inclusivity with works by 22 women and 27 composers of color.

02/07/2018
Can You Guess These Spooky Tunes?

Can You Guess These Spooky Tunes?

Test your knowledge of scary music by identifying these tunes played in reverse! Includes pieces from Grieg, Mozart, Wagner, and more.

11/01/2017
We Love LA (Arts)!

We Love LA (Arts)!

This article highlights the innovative artists and organizations in Southern California's art scene, including LA Opera and The Industry, recognized by Musical America and The New Yorker.

12/15/2016