The music of Georgy Sviridov creates worlds - from the philosophical depth of the 'Pathetic Oratorio' to the sensual imagery of 'The Blizzard'. This is a rare opportunity to hear both compositions in one evening - performed by the choir, orchestra, and soloists of the Mariinsky Theatre under the direction of chief choirmaster Konstantin Rylov. The evening at the Mariinsky Theatre Concert Hall will gather fans of classical music, admirers of Russian poetry, and cinematic expressiveness. The focus is on the works of Georgy Sviridov, one of the most poetic composers of the 20th century, whose music has become the voice of the Russian soul. The first piece in the program is the 'Pathetic Oratorio' to the words of Vladimir Mayakovsky. Written in 1950, this score combines the power of revolutionary pathos and personal drama. Massive choral episodes, recitatives, and orchestral flashes create a sound landscape where internal conflict boils. This piece is complex, rich, but therein lies its strength. It reveals philosophical and emotional layers, posing questions about human choice, beliefs, and the price of freedom. The second composition of the evening is 'The Blizzard', musical illustrations to Pushkin's story. Written for a television film in 1964, this music has long lived an independent concert life. Here, Sviridov transforms literary classics into a sound watercolor. Scenes of a ball, a winter road, anxious parting, and a long-awaited meeting are conveyed by the orchestra with astonishing precision and poetic beauty. The music envelops, leads, immerses into events, as if the audience is inside Pushkin's narrative. The stage will feature the choir and symphony orchestra of the Mariinsky Theatre, as well as opera soloists. The choral part is overseen by Konstantin Rylov - the chief choirmaster of the theatre. This ensemble of performers guarantees not only high-quality performance but also the maximum unveiling of all facets of these complex compositions. Where to go in St. Petersburg, we tell on our website.