Tchaikovsky conservatory dazzle Dhaka Audience at Russian House
On Sunday, May 4, 2025, the auditorium of the Russian House in Dhaka resonated with world-class classical music.
It hosted the latest "Rising Stars" concert, featuring brilliant young musicians from the Tchaikovsky Moscow State Conservatory. Following the grand success of the first concert held at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, this event offered Dhaka's audience yet another evening of rich cultural harmony and musical excellence.
The concert began with a warm welcome speech by Mr. Pavel Dvoychenkov, Director of the Russian House in Dhaka, who expressed the significance of this international cultural initiative. The evening featured dynamic and emotive performances by Stanislav Chernukhin (pianist), Karina Khovalyg (soprano) and Mikhail Loginov (baritone). "Their repertoire was carefully selected to showcase a wide variety of the greatest Russian classical masterpieces. This included the deeply evocative Études-Tableaux by Rachmaninoff, dramatic opera arias by Tchaikovsky and Rimsky-Korsakov and stirring patriotic songs like Smuglyanka and Evening at the Raid, which brought the audience to their feet.
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This memorable evening was part of the Rising Stars cultural diplomacy program, which aimed to introduce international audiences to the next generation of Russian classical artists. The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Russian World Foundation supported the event, showcasing the continuing cultural exchange between Russia and Bangladesh.
The audience included diplomats from the Russian Embassy, cultural figures, officials, NGO representatives, members of the Soviet/Russian Alumni Association, Russian expatriates in Bangladesh and classical music lovers from various communities. Their enthusiastic response highlighted the spirit of international collaboration and the enduring friendship between the two nations.
With its soaring melodies and powerful moments, this event once again proved the power of music and cultural exchange in strengthening bonds between nations and building mutual understanding.
