Rachmaninoff's music opens the season at the Capella: 'Symphonic Dances' and the poem 'The Bells' will be performed by the choir, soloists, and orchestra under the direction of Alexander Chernushenko. The dramaturgy, symbolism, and sound with the echo of bells will create a truly deep emotional experience. The symphony orchestra, choir, and soloists of the St. Petersburg Capella, conducted by Maestro Alexander Chernushenko, will open the new concert season with two large-scale works by Sergei Rachmaninoff. The audience can expect an evening of deep dramaturgy and musical power, centered around 'The Bells' and 'Symphonic Dances'. The symphonic poem 'The Bells' was inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's poem translated by Konstantin Balmont. In the four parts of the poem, there are silver bells, wedding chimes, an alarming toll, and a mournful funeral bell. The composer subtly drew a parallel between the sounds of bells and the stages of human life: from childhood to the last breath. The emotional power and expressiveness made 'The Bells' one of Rachmaninoff's favorite compositions. Its premiere in St. Petersburg in 1913 under the author's direction became an important milestone in the city's musical history. In the second part of the evening, 'Symphonic Dances' will be performed - the composer's last orchestral work. In this three-part suite, Rachmaninoff seems to summarize, reflecting on life and creativity. There are echoes of church hymns, heavy rhythms, bright lyricism, and a finale with a cryptic theme of 'Dies irae'. The contrast, speed, and delicate orchestration make the piece a true challenge for the orchestra and conductor.