Sviridov. Pathetic oratorio in Saint Petersburg, Great Hall of the Shostakovich Philharmonic

Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable evening with the University Choir of St. Petersburg State University and the oldest symphony orchestra in our country - the Honored Ensemble of Russia, the Academic Symphony Orchestra. As part of the 300th anniversary of St. Petersburg State University, the St. Petersburg Philharmonic invites all music lovers to the concert “Sviridov. Pathetic oratorio." Buy tickets for the concert “Sviridov. Pathetic Oratorio" at the Shostakovich Philharmonic available online on our website.

This unique concert, which will take place under the direction of Eduard Krotman, invites you to enjoy not only the wonderful melodies of Georgy Sviridov’s works for choir, but also to hear his famous “Pathetic Oratorio”. Composed to the poems of Vladimir Mayakovsky, this oratorio is a true monumental masterpiece. In addition to the university choir, such outstanding St. Petersburg singers as Daria Leibova, mezzo-soprano, and Pyotr Migunov, bass, will take part in the concert. Their solo performances will not leave you indifferent.

Premiere of "Pathetic Oratorio" in 1959 became a real event in the history of music. This work brought composer Georgy Sviridov the Lenin Prize and instant popularity. Decades later, this music still amazes with its power of influence. The majestic scale, grandeur of execution and memorable images create a unique atmosphere of grandeur and harmony.

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