On Friday, November 13th, at 7:00 PM, in the 'Philharmonia' hall, the Ruse State Opera will present the symphonic concert 'The Classics of Poland' – a musical evening dedicated to Poland's Independence Day.
Under the patronage of the Polish Institute in Sofia, the concert will introduce the audience to the works of four remarkable Polish composers – Henryk Wieniawski, Stanisław Moniuszko, Piotr Moss, and Frédéric Chopin. Their compositions reveal different facets of Polish musical culture – from romantic sensitivity and virtuosic brilliance to contemporary musical explorations. A rich tradition in which the national spirit finds its unique expression through the universal language of art.
On November 11, Poland celebrates its National Independence Day – a day that commemorates the historic restoration of the Polish state in 1918 after 123 years of division between three empires. It's a celebration of freedom, national pride, and the unbreakable spirit of a people who preserved their identity through the trials of history.
In this spirit, the symphonic concert of the Ruse Opera becomes not only a musical gesture of respect towards Poland, but also an encounter with its rich cultural heritage. Because Polish music is among the most recognizable voices of the European classical tradition—a music in which national sensitivity turns into art with a universal sound.
A special highlight of the concert evening will be the performance by the young violinist Vladimir Meranliev – laureate of the International Violin Competition 'Prof. Boyan Lechev.' Despite his young age, he already has an impressive career, marked by over 20 awards from national and international competitions, concert performances on prestigious Bulgarian and European stages, and meetings with distinguished musicians and teachers.
Born in London, Vladimir chose the violin at the age of five, and his first professional steps are connected with his teacher Lyudmila Ivanova, with whom he has been working for ten years. Today Vladimir is a graduate of the National School for Music and Performing Arts 'Prof. Pancho Vladigerov' – Burgas. Among the important moments in his development is his participation in the Cantus Firmus Orchestra Competition and Academy, where, at just 12 years old, he had the opportunity to perform on the stage of Bulgaria Hall as a soloist with the orchestra, alongside violinist Vasko Eshkenazi.
First prizes from competitions, masterclasses with renowned musicians, and active concert performances are all part of the young performer’s journey. But perhaps his attitude toward art is best captured in his own words: “The violin is a way of life.” For Vladimir, music isn’t an obligation, but a conscious choice and a daily source of inspiration – an approach that adds special value to every encounter he has with his audience.
Maestro Dimitar Kosev will take the conductor's stand, and Konstantin Dimitrov will be the orchestra's concertmaster.
The symphonic evening 'The Classics of Poland' is an invitation to experience a rich European musical tradition and the talent of the young generation of Bulgarian performers – an encounter where music builds bridges between cultures, generations, and hearts.
Tickets at the box office of the Ruse State Opera and online: https://entase.to/0RA
