Music accompanies us from early childhood to old age. It is the oldest of the arts on earth. In sounding combinations of notes, some people catch the melodies of momentary moods, others hear an inspired life-affirming rhythm. For some, this is a charge of vivacity, and for someone - immersion in the world of beauty.
Composers compose music, singers and musicians skillfully bring the sounding beauty to the listeners, and dancers help to see the magic of music in motion. It is hardly possible to understand real art by watching TV, listening to the radio or an MP3 player. Only in a room with a special aura, space and acoustics, you can hear music in all its glory. This is possible, for example, in the premises of the Chelyabinsk Philharmonic. Address of the Prokofiev Concert Hall: st. Labor, 92A.
Organization of concert activities: from bureau to philharmonic society
The Philharmonic opened in industrial Chelyabinsk in the second half of the 30s. Exactly atAt that time, the organization of concert activity reached a professional level and an official institution was required. Prior to this, such functions were carried out by the bureau of concert and variety activities, consisting of theaters.
Initially, the right to organize concerts went to Gosestrada, but after some time a management order was issued to create the Chelyabinsk State Philharmonic. Under the direction of the first director N. B. Gukasov, a choir chapel led by A. I. Tishechkin, a string quartet, several jazz orchestras and one symphony orchestra performed here. The tour poster was decorated with the names of famous artists, including tenor Sergei Lemeshev. Later, among the artists of the Philharmonic, performers of various genres appeared: the Caucasian ensemble led by Mzrailyan, the illusionist P. Ya. Lyubavin and traveling theaters. Further, the theaters of puppets and pop miniatures headed by L. M. Mirlas, an ensemble of bayan players, groups of performers of sketches and artists of the artistic word, as well as the Ukrainian theater were added to the ranks of the Chelyabinsk concert institution.
Chelyabinsk Philharmonic today
Over the years of work of the cultural institution, there have been many changes. Methods of management activity, forms of work have changed. As a result of the reorganization, the institution united two magnificent concert halls in one person. Both of them are located in old buildings, both on the picturesque embankments of the Miass River, except that they are separated by a bridge, and the banks, and the address affiliation.
Hall of Organ and Chamber Musiclocated in the building of the former Rodina cinema, opposite the circus.
Concert Hall. S. S. Prokofiev is located next to the Art Gallery, opposite the Opera House, where the pedestrian Kirovka begins. At the beginning of the last century, merchants' shops were located in it, later - a cinema. The building of the Chelyabinsk Regional Philharmonic acquired its current appearance in the post-war period after a global restoration. It was then that a patio was attached to it, elements of architecture and decor were added.
The concert hall was named after S. Prokofiev in 1997, and the monument to the great composer, created by sculptor A. Avakyan, was unveiled at the beginning of this century. As a result of the fifteen-year-old reconstruction, the premises of the Philharmonic have acquired modern comfort.
Success formula
Managing the work of a concert institution in a city of a million people is not so easy. But the current General Director of the Chelyabinsk Philharmonic, Alexei Nikolaevich Pelymsky, manages not only to manage successfully, but also to interact with a large team, constantly monitor the Philharmonic's repertoire, keep abreast of the public's musical requests, and promote the organization of concerts with the participation of celebrities.
It's no secret that certain events require regional and federal subsidies. And here we need the strength of conviction that the participation in the cultural life of the townspeople of eminent groups, such as the orchestra of V. Spivakov or M. Pletnev, will help the city to keep a high bar in the development of the region. The main aspiration of the director of the Philharmonic is to bring Chelyabinsk and the region closer to the world-renowned art. After all, a million-plus city known for its industry must develop steadily and comprehensively.
Creative activity
The main tasks of the Chelyabinsk Philharmonic are to bring musical and genre art to the general population and popularize performing arts.
The last fifteen years have been marked by active progress in achieving the set goals:
- All activities of the Philharmonic are involved.
- Conceived and successfully implemented new creative projects.
- A number of large-scale musical events were held at the international level, including traditional festivals.
- Tours were organized not only of invited foreign and Russian celebrities in Chelyabinsk, but also of philharmonic artists in the country and abroad.
Constellation of talents
The Chelyabinsk Philharmonic is a real galaxy of talented highly professional performers - soloists and groups:
- V. Mikhalchenko chamber choir;
- ensemble "Maestro Accordion";
- Chamber Orchestra "Classics";
- Ural Dance Ensemble;
- Ural Dixieland Ensemble;
- Ural brass band and others.
When additional sets are announced for groups, special competitions are organized, as reported on the official website of the Philharmonic. In general, there is no need to talk about the lack of personnel: people of creative professions are distinguished by constancy. Many of them have been reverently and creatively serving the muse of art in their beloved Chelyabinsk Philharmonic for many years. Vacancies may appear in the ranks of the administrative and economic personnel of the institution, which is reported to the employment service and the corresponding website. I would like to note that the close-knit team of the Philharmonic welcomes new employees to its ranks. Basic requirements for applicants: professionalism, communication skills, personal focus on success.
About the repertoire
The repertoire of the Chelyabinsk Philharmonic is diverse. Concerts are organized taking into account the age, we alth and musical preferences of the audience. The Philharmonic's poster contains the necessary information about upcoming concerts. Among them are not only solo performances by famous performers, but also concerts for fans of tradition and experiment, popular musical compositions and deep academic works. Programs for children are constantly offered, evenings of instrumental, vocal and chamber music are held. The important thing is that the subscription system is in place, certain benefits and discounts are provided.
Visitor reviews
Chelyabinsk residents and guests of the city speak positively about the work of the Chelyabinsk Philharmonic. Many note the modern interiors of the foyer, the good acoustics of the halls, the mesmerizing magic of the stage, despite the fact that the buildings are old. Listeners like the variety of concert programs: festivals, competitions, children's programs, evenings for veterans. The high professionalism of the performers, the quality of organization and conduct of concerts are also noted. The external decoration of the Philharmonic's buildings, the surrounding landscape are impressive, and the opportunity to take a walk along the pedestrian historical Kirovka after the concert is pleasing.
Chelyabinsk is the city of jazz. This is what fans of the genre think. But the Chelyabinsk Philharmonic welcomes all listeners, regardless of their musical preferences. Come discover the inspired world of art!
