Gnessin Russian Academy of Music.

29 04, 2025

The Gnessin Ensemble “Altro coro” Triumphs in Belgium

2025-04-29T16:29:29+02:00April 29th, 2025|Categories: History & Memory, Russian House News, Victory80|Tags: , , , |

From April 26 to 28, the Gnessin Ensemble of Contemporary Choral Music "Altro coro," conducted by Alexander Ryzhinsky, gave two brilliant concerts in Belgium, presenting the audience with unique programs dedicated to the themes of Homeland and the Great Victory. The first concert took place on April 26 at the Russian House in Brussels. The program, titled Symphony of Victory, was dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War and was conceived as a dialogue between the past and the present. The audience heard choral cycles such as Four Choruses on the Verses of Tvardovsky [...]

28 03, 2025

“Altro Coro” choir of the Gnesin Academy in Brussels

2025-04-26T12:00:04+02:00March 28th, 2025|Categories: , , , , , |Tags: , , , |

On 26 April the Russian House in Brussels invites you to a concert by the Ensemble of Contemporary Choral Music ‘Altro coro’ conducted by Alexander Ryzhinsky, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. During these difficult years, the Gnessin School did not stop its work for a single day, graduating more than one hundred specialists in four years. At present, the Russian Academy of Music is the largest music academy in Europe. The ensemble will perform a programme  specially created for ‘Altro coro’ . The author is Kuzma Bodrov, a leading Russian composer and [...]

28 11, 2024

Jazzpianist Daniel Kramer presents a Сhristmas сoncert in Brussels

2024-12-17T13:09:22+01:00November 28th, 2024|Categories: , |Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

Free Registration On December 18, the Russian House in Brussels invites all jazz lovers to a unique musical evening. The stage will feature the world-renowned jazz pianist Daniil Kramer, a recognized maestro whose interpretations captivate audiences worldwide. A special highlight of the concert is the participation of the talented double bassist Daria Chernakova (Sokolova), a graduate of the Moscow Conservatory, whose virtuosity and original style have earned international acclaim. The program includes jazz masterpieces in original arrangements, classical works, and exclusive compositions by the performers. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this musical celebration! Daniel Kramer  [...]

12 11, 2024

Concerts of Russian Sacred Music by the Gnessin Academy Choir were held at the Russian House in Brussels, the Church of the Nativity of Christ in Antwerp, and the Church of St. Alexander Nevsky in Rotterdam

2025-01-21T11:33:23+01:00November 12th, 2024|Categories: History & Memory, History Club, Russian House News, Sergei Rachmaninoff|Tags: , , , , , , |

On November 9, a concert of Russian sacred music took place at the Russian House in Brussels as part of an evening celebration dedicated to Unity Day and the anniversary of the Russian House in Brussels. The youth ensemble of the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music, "Altro Coro," conducted by the academy’s rector, Alexander Ryzhinsky, performed a program titled "Masterpieces of Russian Sacred Music: From Mikhail Glinka to Alfred Schnittke." The concert was also dedicated to the 150th anniversary of the birth of Elena Gnessina,  the Academy founder. The evening featured works by Mikhail Glinka, Pavel Chesnokov, Viktor Kalinnikov, Nikolai [...]

31 10, 2024

Russian Education Explained: the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music

2024-10-31T15:00:08+01:00October 31st, 2024|Categories: Education in Russia, Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , |

The Gnessin Russian Academy of Music held a videoconference to inform applicants from Belgium and other European countries about the study programs  and the rules for admission to study. Since its foundation in 1895, the Gnessin Academy of Music has implemented a unique educational approach created by the Gnessin family, which has grown into a well-known set of traditions. The Academy draws heavily on these traditions while at the same time striving to be at the forefront of modern trends in education. The Gnesin Russian Academy of Music is the unique and dynamic organization that brings together all three levels of [...]

23 10, 2024

Russian Education Explained: the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music

2024-10-28T09:08:48+01:00October 23rd, 2024|Categories: , |Tags: , , , , , , |

Apply On October 29,  at 15:00 CET (16:00 Moscow time), the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music will hold a videoconference to inform applicants from Belgium and other European countries about the study programs  and the rules for admission to study. Since its foundation in 1895, the Gnessin Academy of Music has implemented a unique educational approach created by the Gnessin family, which has grown into a well-known set of traditions. The Academy draws heavily on these traditions while at the same time striving to be at the forefront of modern trends in education. The Gnesin Russian Academy of Music is [...]

15 10, 2024

Concert of Russian Sacred Music by the “Altro coro” Ensemble at the Antwerp Church (Russian Orthodox Church)

2024-10-22T16:36:20+02:00October 15th, 2024|Categories: , |Tags: , , |

Gnesinka Celebrates the Jubilee of Elena Fabianovna Abroad  Nativity of Christ Parish (Russian Orthodox Church) Address: Loosplaats 2 (St.-Jozefkerk), B-2018 Antwerp FREE ENTRANCE On November 10 at 13:00, the Russian House in Brussels invites you to a festive concert by the "Altro coro" contemporary choral music ensemble under the direction of Alexander Ryzhinsky. The concert will be dedicated to the 150th anniversary of the birth of Elena Fabianovna Gnessina, as well as Unity Day. The ensemble will perform a program titled "Masterpieces of Russian Sacred Music: from Mikhail Glinka to Alfred Schnittke". The works of Mikhail Glinka, Pavel Chesnokov, Viktor [...]

14 10, 2024

Festive Concert “Masterpieces of Russian Sacred Music: from Mikhail Glinka to Alfred Schnittke”

2024-11-05T16:05:14+01:00October 14th, 2024|Categories: , , |Tags: , , |

Gnesinka Celebrates the Jubilee of Elena Fabianovna Abroad On November 9, the Russian House in Brussels invites you to a festive concert by the contemporary choral music ensemble «Altro Coro» under the direction of Alexander Ryzhinsky. The concert will be dedicated to the 150th anniversary of the birth of Elena Fabianovna Gnesina, as well as Unity Day and the anniversary of the Russian House in Brussels. Free Registration The ensemble will perform a program titled "Masterpieces of Russian Sacred Music: from Mikhail Glinka to Alfred Schnittke". The works of Mikhail Glinka, Pavel Chesnokov, [...]

8 02, 2024

Student’s Day was celebrated in Brussels together with musicians from the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music

2024-02-09T12:26:00+01:00February 8th, 2024|Categories: Russian House News, Russian language|Tags: , , , |

On January 25, the Russian House in Brussels hosted an event in honor of St. Tatiana's Day. The evening began with an open Russian language lesson given by Vera Georgievna Bunina, Director of the Russian House in Brussels. Despite the unusual timing of the lecture, the large number of listeners was a pleasant surprise. Students showcased their talents through the recitation of poems by Pushkin and Fet, delving into themes of love, nature, and philosophy. Additionally, the audience was actively and emotionally engaged by a series of riddle-like poems presented from [...]

1 12, 2023

A jazz music concert took place at the Russian House in Brussels

2023-12-01T14:25:05+01:00December 1st, 2023|Categories: Russian House News, Sergei Rachmaninoff|Tags: , , |

On November 28, the Russian House in Brussels hosted a jazz concert Gnesin Jazz 2023 with the participation of Valery Grokhovsky, classical and jazz pianist, vice-rector of the academy, director of the Gnessin School of Music, dean of the faculty of pop music, with the participation of Vadim Tkachuk (saxophone), Laureate of international competitions, graduate of the Royal Antwerp Conservatory.The musicians performed works by Sergei Rachmaninoff and piano jazz improvisations on themes from films and Russian folk songs. The concert was organized for the 150th anniversary of the birth of the Russian composer Sergei Rachmaninov [...]

30 10, 2023

Concert Gnesin Jazz 2023

2023-11-23T09:16:11+01:00October 30th, 2023|Categories: , |Tags: , , , |

To the 150th anniversary of the birth of the Russian composer Sergei Rachmaninov For the birthday of the Russian House in Brussels Free Registration On November 28, the Russian House in Brussels invites friends to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of the Russian composer Sergei Rachmaninov and the Birthday of the Russian House together with the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music. The musicians will perform works by Sergei Rachmaninov and piano jazz improvisations on themes from films. The concert will be attended by: - Valery Grokhovsky (piano), classical and jazz pianist, composer [...]

Go to Top