Kancheli / Schnittke

Immerse yourself in a cinematic celebration of 20th‑century contemporary music as the Russian State Symphony Orchestra of Cinematography, conducted by Sergey Skrypka, brings to screen an unforgettable evening in the majestic Zaryadye Hall. Joined by the illustrious viola virtuoso Sergey Poltavsky and the powerful voices of the Choral Chapel of Russia named after A. A. Yurlov, the film transports you into the heart of two towering compositional voices: Giya Kancheli and Alfred Schnittke. The program unfolds in two breathtaking parts. In Part I, Kancheli propels the orchestra with the stormy “Warzone,” while Schnittke’s evocative “Music for the film ‘Little Tragedies’” (Op. 153) curls around the audience with its complex, cinematic dialogue. Part II invites the listener into a mesmerizing blend of choir and violin, as Kancheli’s “Styx” unites mixed voices, a solo viola line, and full orchestral forces to explore the depths of mythic melancholy. With meticulous sound design and sweeping visual framing, this concert film captures every nuanced gesture, every resonant chord, and every dramatic pause, delivering the full excitement and emotional power of the live performance for viewers worldwide. Join us for a night of extraordinary contemporary music captured on film—details and tickets available through the links below.