A fun and educational concert for young listeners performed by the artists of the Mariinsky Theatre Orchestra. Little guests will enjoy Mozart's "Musical Joke," the playful "Toy Symphony," and Beethoven's cheerful symphony - an introduction to classical music in the most inspiring form! Opening the world of classical music to a child is no easy task. But the artists of the Mariinsky Theatre know how to ignite interest even in the youngest listeners! A wonderful program has been prepared especially for children, combining a joyful atmosphere, lively sound, and an engaging storyline. The concert will feature works written by geniuses, but tailored for children's perception. The famous "Musical Joke" by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is not just light and ironic music, but also a whole performance full of unexpected twists and musical jokes. And the "Toy Symphony," often attributed to Leopold Mozart, turns the orchestra into a real children's orchestra: here you can hear the sounds of whistles, toy drums, and other toy instruments. This part of the concert is sure to bring smiles not only to children but also to parents. The second part of the program is Symphony No. 1 in C Major by Ludwig van Beethoven. Despite the academic title, this is a bright, festive, and very cheerful piece that conveys the joy of discovery, the aspiration for light, and the desire to move forward. All of this is precisely the feelings that are so close to children and teenagers. We share on our website where to go with children in St. Petersburg.