The Shostakovich Philharmonic Society (St. Petersburg) is located in an ideal hall for such an institution. It is considered one of the largest in the country.
About the Philharmonic
Philharmonic Society (St. Petersburg) - a well-known institution. Its main hall is located in an old building, which was built in 1839. It was built according to the project of architect P. Jacot. The facade was created by C. Rossi. Initially, the building housed a noble assembly. The Philharmonic Hall was transferred in 1921. The large hall has first-class acoustic features. Its capacity is one and a half thousand listeners. And in the 19th century, the room was used as a stage for concerts. Over the years, speakers have performed here: A. Rubinstein, G. Berlioz , G. Mahler, F. List, K. Schumann, P. Sarasate, P. Viardo, R. Wagner and many others.
The first director of the Philharmonic was conductor E. Cooper. He was a great organizer. The premiere concert program was dedicated to the work of the great Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Very quickly, the philharmonic society began active, not only musical, but also publishing and lecture.
The main team of performers was the symphony orchestra, which began its career in 1938. Today, he is led by the famous conductor Yuri Temirkanov.
In 1926, the first symphony by Dmitry Shostakovich was performed at the Philharmonic. This event was significant. The name of this great Russian composer now bears the Philharmonic (St. Petersburg). The address of the main Great Hall is Mikhaloyvskaya street, house number 2. Small - Nevsky Prospect, house number 30.
Nowadays, as in all previous years, the philharmonic society seeks to constantly expand and replenish its repertoire. Concerts are dedicated to the work of not only the great classical composers, but also contemporary authors.
This musical institution often hosts guests on its stage - the most famous and popular musicians of our time. Many celebrities began their brilliant career here.
Repertoire
Philharmonic named after D. Shostakovich is actively developing a subscription system. Artists annually enjoy the city of St. Petersburg with new concert programs. The Philharmonic, whose repertoire is very rich, offers its listeners the following works:
- "Music of Vienna".
- "Guide to the classics."
- "Dvorak and ...".
- "Concerts in tailcoats and jeans."
- "The era of romanticism."
- "Six music collections."
- "Vocal evenings."
- "Musical fireworks."
- Petersburg secrets.
- "Phantom of the Opera".
- "Dialogues about art."
- "Bow to the magical obedient."
And other concerts.
Artists
Philharmonic Society (St. Petersburg) is a collective consisting of talented professional musicians.
Artists:
- Alexander Zolotarev.
- Yuri Temirkanov.
- Neeme Birk.
- Nikolay Alekseev.
- Olga Rybalchenko.
- Vladimir Altshuler.
- Natalia Sokolova.
- Yaroslav Zaboyarkin.
- Grigory Sedukh.
- Alexey Bogorad.
- Joseph Nurdaev.
- Dmitry Baptism.
- Alexey Svyatlovsky.
- Yan Tomilov.
- David Chakvetadze.
- Ilya Elagin.
- Alexander Diaghilev.
And many others.
Festivals and projects
Philharmonic Hall (St. Petersburg) is the organizer of several major festivals and projects, including social ones.
Concerts in the Foyer is a series of free events. The opportunity to attend them is provided to regular students of the Philharmonic. Such concerts require prior registration through the official website.
The Magic Airship is a social project organized by the Philharmonic Society (St. Petersburg). It was created in order to support orphans and those boys and girls whose physical capabilities are limited. This project helps them gain skills that may be useful in their future life. Its main goal is to develop their talents, abilities and help social adaptation in our society. Children attend concerts, as well as go on stage with the artists themselves. Psychologists, art historians, educators, musicians, athletes, presenters, and artists also work with them.
The Music Collection is an internationally held festival . Among the participants are the best musicians, vocalists and conductors of the world.
As well as interesting lectures, exhibitions, meetings with musicians and much more, the Philharmonic in St. Petersburg gives its fans. Regular listeners receive the right to attend such events for free.