Pianists Irina Silivanova and Maxim Puryzhinsky invite you on a musical journey through two magical worlds - the fairy tale of 'The Nutcracker' and the mythological 'Lohengrin'. The music, born under the fingers of the duo and brought to life through sand animation, promises unforgettable emotions and true winter magic. With the arrival of the pre-winter season, one longs for a miracle - and this is exactly what the piano duo of Irina Silivanova and Maxim Puryzhinsky is ready to offer the listeners. Their new program "Musical Tales: 'The Nutcracker' and 'Lohengrin'" unites two powerful cultural layers - the world of magic and children's dreams with Tchaikovsky's music and the dramatic power of Wagner's operas. The first part of the evening is dedicated to 'The Nutcracker' - the immortal ballet by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, which has become a musical symbol of the New Year over many decades. Under the magical cascades of the piano, the story of a valiant hero in the form of a wooden toy, a fairy-tale battle with the Mouse King, the fragile girl Marie, and the magical Kingdom of Sweets will come to life. Adding depth will be the sand animation by Marina Chistina, transforming the music into living images drawn right before the audience's eyes. In the second part of the concert, the hall will be filled with the spirit of heroism and ancient legends: fragments from Richard Wagner's operas - 'Tristan and Isolde', 'Lohengrin', and 'Die Walküre' will be performed. These works impress with their scale, passion, and philosophical depth, while the live sand images will help to better feel each musical experience. Ideas on where to go in Moscow are collected on our website.