BIG MUSIC ORCHESTRA SHOW
International Symphony Orchestra by Mikhail Golikov
A unique event in the world of music, uniting the magic of music from different eras, genres and trends.
The elegance of the academic school, works by contemporary composers, unexpected crossovers, the drive of rock culture and the inimitable sound of international hits in original versions for symphony orchestra will once again come together on one stage, creating a unique musical experience of tradition and innovation in one grand concert.
The elegance of the academic school, works by contemporary composers, unexpected crossovers, the drive of rock culture and the inimitable sound of international hits in original versions for symphony orchestra will once again come together on one stage, creating a unique musical experience of tradition and innovation in one grand concert.
FACTS
"Smoke on the Water. From Classics to Rock" is a festival that combines a unique combination of aesthetics and energy, which has become a true seventh wonder of the world in the world of music.
- TimingMore than 300 minutes of vivid performance
- Artists110 orchestra artists and 30 popular World artists
- VisitorsWe expect more than 50-70.000 visitors to the event
Smoke 2024
CONCEPT
The powerful sound of a symphony orchestra, classical stars and real rockers. This unique festival has been thundering for 7 years in a row as one of the largest festivals in St. Petersburg.
The concert program includes 50 numbers. Each event becomes a bright and unforgettable experiment.
This is the only festival where opera singers, rock musicians and pop artists perform. The most important thing is that each of them is not afraid to try themselves in another genre. Here rockers sing classics, and vice versa. They are all brave people. Not everyone can go out and sing live with a symphony orchestra.
The concert program includes 50 numbers. Each event becomes a bright and unforgettable experiment.
This is the only festival where opera singers, rock musicians and pop artists perform. The most important thing is that each of them is not afraid to try themselves in another genre. Here rockers sing classics, and vice versa. They are all brave people. Not everyone can go out and sing live with a symphony orchestra.
The festival features compositions of seven different genres. Among them are pop, rock, crossover, folk, ethno, as well as symphonic and operatic works.
The concept of this festival coincides with the seven-year history of the festival, but not only with it. For musicians, this is a metaphor associated with seven notes.
But in fact, the "Seventh Wonder of the World" is seven different genres that we have been developing since the very first festival, - explains the artistic director of the festival "Smoke on the Water. From Classics to Rock" and the chief conductor of the Symphony Orchestra Mikhail Golikov.
The concept of this festival coincides with the seven-year history of the festival, but not only with it. For musicians, this is a metaphor associated with seven notes.
But in fact, the "Seventh Wonder of the World" is seven different genres that we have been developing since the very first festival, - explains the artistic director of the festival "Smoke on the Water. From Classics to Rock" and the chief conductor of the Symphony Orchestra Mikhail Golikov.
The Fest are invited musicians, composers, artists, art historians and experts in the field of world culture
- Mikhail GolikovFounder & Chief Conductor
- Dmitriy YankovskyOpera Singer
- Olga PudovaOpera Singer
- Murat KabardokovCompositer
MISSION
The purpose of the Open-Air Festival is to introduce listeners to music inspired by the seven wonders of the world and to show the connection between classical music, modern music and the cultural heritage of mankind.
The festival aims to broaden the horizons of the participants, instill a love for symphonic music and contribute to the formation of aesthetic world culture.
The festival aims to broaden the horizons of the participants, instill a love for symphonic music and contribute to the formation of aesthetic world culture.
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INTERNATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
by Golikov
by Golikov
The Orchestra implements creative activities in the following areas:
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Performance of classical, film, pop and rock music, as well as jazz, folklore and crossover for radio recordings and TV broadcasts; -
Holding "digital concerts", participation in digital formats for joint creativity, communication and exchange of experience among musicians. -
Interaction with creative associations, unions of composers, national folklore schools and independent authors; -
Performances on the sidelines of international summits and forums (BRICS, SCO, Caspian Summit, etc.).
OUR FACTS
2009
2009
The International Symphony Orchestra appeared in 2009 for the 220th anniversary of the Tauride Palace on the initiative of the Art Assembly company Interparliamentary Assembly of States.
2250
2250
Today's orchestra continues its daring experiments, playing in the most unpredictable locations. Musicians perform concerts and performances in various parts of the world.
80-110
80-110
The average composition of the orchestra
25
25
We love the orchestra and invite you to tour abroad
If you have any questions about cooperation with the festival, please contact us:
You agree to our Terms and Conditions