Wyschnegradskys

Wyschnegradskys is the plural form of a surname transliterated from Russian as Wyschnegradsky. The name originated in Russia and, like many Russian surnames, is linked to a place-based toponym, typically rendered in English as Vyshnegradsky or a variant thereof. The spelling Wyschnegradsky reflects non-English transliteration practices (such as French or German conventions), and other common renderings include Vyshnegradsky, Vyshnegradskij, or Wysshnegradsky.

Notable bearers: The best-known bearer of the name is Sergei Wyschnegradsky, a Russian-born composer who lived in the 20th century and later settled in France. His work is associated with the development of microtonal and ultramicrotonal music, including explorations of tunings and scales beyond traditional 12-note equal temperament.

Because of transliteration variations, references to Wyschnegradsky or Vyshnegradsky in historical sources may refer to the same person or to different individuals, depending on language and period. The surname remains relatively uncommon, and musical histories often cite Sergei Wyschnegradsky when the name appears in English-language texts.