The childlike Nutcracker Suite, the intoxicating Blue Danube Waltz... On the evening of January 1, the Russian National Model Symphony Orchestra, known as "one of the oldest symphony orchestras in Russia", played the New Year at the Guangxi Culture and Art Center. concert. The or

The childlike Nutcracker Suite, the intoxicating Blue Danube Waltz... On the evening of January 1, the Russian National Model Symphony Orchestra, known as "one of the oldest symphony orchestras in Russia", played at the Guangxi Culture and Art Center New Year's Concert. The orchestra returned three times amidst applause, repaying the enthusiasm of the Nanning audience with wonderful performances.

New Year's Concert Opens Up a Better Life

New Year's Concert originated from the "Golden Hall" in Vienna. The music selection is usually cheerful and popular, and uses rich and diverse melodies passed down from generation to generation to open up the good hope for the new year. In recent years, with the continuous enrichment and improvement of cultural life, audiences in Nanning have also enjoyed such artistic enjoyment.

concert scene. Unless otherwise noted, the pictures in this article are all provided by Guangxi Culture and Art Center

A New Year's concert without "Blue Danube" would be incomplete. On the night of January 1st, when this passionate, cheerful and vital classic piece played in the concert hall of Guangxi Culture and Art Center, the atmosphere of the New Year instantly filled the air. In addition, many classic waltzes by Johann Strauss the Younger, such as "Emperor's Waltz" and "Infinite Motion Scherzo", were also performed that night. Whether it is a majestic melody or a melodious tune, the audience is immersed in the world of music.

The concert came to an end. The wonderful performance left the audience unsatisfied. Invited by warm and lasting applause, the conductor returned three times to perform "Liuyang River", "Spring Festival Overture" and "Evening on the Suburbs of Moscow" and other pieces, and communicated with the audience. Enthusiastic interaction. Under the mobilization of the conductor's baton, the audience's applause echoed with the rhythm of the orchestra, forming a unique symphony that pushed the entire concert to a climax.

A strong lineup of internationally renowned orchestras

As we say goodbye to the old and welcome the new, the Guangxi Culture and Art Center invites the internationally renowned symphony orchestra to perform in Yong, performing new songs for the New Year, which is a great experience for the citizens.

The Russian National Model Symphony Orchestra, which brings you the "New Year's ritual sense", has a strong lineup, its performance level has always been at the peak of art, and it has a place among the world's symphony orchestras. As one of the oldest symphony orchestras in Russia, the orchestra has a long history. Its first performance was held on October 5, 1936 in the hall of the Moscow Conservatory, conducted by conductor Alexander Vasilyevich Gauk and conductor Erich ·Co-directed by Kleiber. Over the years, due to its many creative and outstanding achievements, the orchestra has been awarded the title of "Exemplary" since 1972 in recognition of its great contribution to Russian music and culture and the honor it has brought to the country. He was awarded the Order of the Red Banner of Labor in 1986 and the Russian Presidential Award twice in 2006 and 2011. In 2021, the band also won the Gramophone Award for an album. This award is known worldwide as the "Oscars of classical music".

The Russian State Model Symphony Orchestra is performing.

What’s even more icing on the cake is that this concert of the Russian National Model Symphony Orchestra invited the internationally renowned symphony and opera conductor Ayub Guliyev to conduct the concert, as well as the famous pianist Theodosia Ntoku joins the cast. The addition of two top-notch artists made this New Year's concert shine with even more brilliant music.

Conductor Ayub Guliyev conducted the performance at the concert.

Pianist Theodosia Ntoku participated in the performance.

Beautiful Nanning makes artists unforgettable

The Russian National Model Symphony Orchestra has been performing in the best concert halls in the world since its establishment, attending various important occasions. Its conductor and vocal chief are both famous artists, and most of them are He is a national people's artist and a meritorious artist.

After finishing his performance in Nanning, conductor Ayub Guliyev could not hide his excitement. "The audience in Nanning is very enthusiastic, and the concert hall of the Guangxi Culture and Art Center is also great. I am so happy!" Ayub Guliyev told reporters that he has visited many cities in China and knows everyone in China. Every city has its own unique traditional culture.This was his first time coming to Nanning. Although he didn't stay long, he admired Nanning's urban architecture: "It's very beautiful and unforgettable!"

Orchestra conductor Ayub Guliyev. Photographed by You Yongjun, South China Morning Post All-Media Reporter

Pianist Theodosia Ntoku has been to Nanning to perform chamber music before, and can be regarded as an "old friend" of Nanning. Although it was already winter, she was amazed by Nanning's lush greenery. The most interesting thing is that after arriving in Nanning, the first thing she did was invite Ayub Guliyev to taste snail noodles. This is a Guangxi delicacy that Theodosia Ntoku likes very much, and because of her recommendation, Ayoub Guliyev also fell in love with snail noodles.

Orchestra piano Theodosia Ntoku. Photo by reporter You Yongjun

"I hope that next time we have the opportunity, we can return to Nanning and experience everything here!" the two artists said in unison.

(Source: Nanguo Morning Post client)