When Legends Collide: Dmitri Hvorostovsky’s Majestic Voice Meets Shostakovich’s Iconic Waltz in a Once-in-a-Lifetime Performance That Left Audiences Spellbound! Joined by a Star-Studded Ensemble of Opera’s Finest and a Grand Saint Petersburg Choir, the Famed Baritone Delivered a Rendition So Powerful and Emotionally Charged That It Transcended the Stage. In This Spectacle of Artistry, Elegance, and Russian Musical Heritage, Hvorostovsky Breathed New Life Into Shostakovich’s Masterpiece—Blending Vocal Gold With Orchestral Glory. Witness the Moment When Two Titans of Russian Culture United to Create Pure Musical Magic That Will Echo Through Time! 

Waltz (D.Shostakovich) / Вальс (Д. Шостакович)

In 2015, the legendary Dmitri Hvorostovsky joined forces with an all-star lineup of opera singers and a combined choir of Saint Petersburg artists for a breathtaking performance of Dmitri Shostakovich’s Waltz.

Held in Saint Petersburg, this unforgettable event featured:
 Dmitri Hvorostovsky – The internationally celebrated Russian baritone, whose rich and expressive voice added unparalleled depth to the performance.
 Valentina Nafortina, Dmitriy Korchak, Anna Aglatova, Dmytro Popov, Ekaterina Lekhina – A lineup of renowned opera talents, each bringing their own vocal brilliance to the stage.
 A Powerful Choral Backdrop – The combined choir of Saint Petersburg artists added grandeur and emotional weight to Shostakovich’s iconic waltz.

A Majestic Interpretation of Shostakovich’s Timeless Waltz

 A Mesmerizing Fusion of Voices – The unique blend of baritone, soprano, and tenor voices created a rich and dramatic interpretation of Shostakovich’s evocative waltz.

 Orchestral Brilliance – The hauntingly beautiful melodies of Shostakovich’s Waltz came alive, reinforcing why this piece remains one of his most beloved compositions.

 A Performance That Resonated with Emotion – Hvorostovsky’s commanding presence and the ensemble’s passionate delivery made this a truly unforgettable moment in classical music history.

A Tribute to Russian Musical Greatness

Dmitri Hvorostovsky’s participation in this event was particularly poignant, as he was already battling illness at the time, yet his voice remained as powerful and emotionally stirring as ever. This performance now stands as a testament to his unwavering dedication to music and artistry.

  What are your thoughts on this legendary performance? Do you think Shostakovich’s Waltz is one of his most iconic pieces?