Two compositions by Rodion Shchedrin will be performed by the Mariinsky Theatre Symphony Orchestra as part of the opening of a large-scale piano festival. Soloists Abisal Gergiev and Sergey Davydchenko will present a complex, rare, and emotionally rich program that requires impeccable mastery and sensitivity from the performers. The International Piano Festival 'Faces of Modern Pianism' opens with a concert dedicated to the memory of one of the most original composers of the 20th century, Rodion Shchedrin. The main characters of this event will be two of his compositions for piano and orchestra: the first and second concertos. These works are rarely heard in concert halls but are an important part of the Russian academic tradition. They are built on contrasts, abound in technical difficulties, and require from the soloists not only virtuosity but also inner musical maturity. The solo parts will be performed by Abisal Gergiev and Sergey Davydchenko - pianists from different schools but with equal expressiveness. Their dialogue with the orchestra will provide a new perspective on Shchedrin's style: his wit, drama, play with folkloric allusions, and postmodern quotes. These concerts are not just a technical challenge but a full-fledged dramaturgy, where each note is subordinated to the development of the image. The works will be performed by the Mariinsky Theatre Symphony Orchestra. The ensemble has long been known for its attention to the domestic musical school of the second half of the 20th century, and the concert program will not only pay tribute to memory but also attempt to rethink Shchedrin's legacy through the prism of new performers. The festival 'Faces of Modern Pianism' is a space where one can hear music rarely performed in academic halls, get acquainted with unconventional repertoire, and discover new facets of piano art. The concert will interest those who follow modern interpretations in academic music, seek a deep artistic experience, and appreciate large-scale events where the musical form is intertwined.