Dear friends,
I am honoured to
congratulate you on the opening of the 25th Glinka International Vocal Contest,
which has an additional dimension in the Year of Culture underway in Russia.
Fifty years since
its establishment, the contest has become a unique school of vocal performance
and the first step towards international recognition for many modern masters.
This contest has
given the world several generations of brilliant singers including Vladimir
Atlantov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Yelena Obraztsova, Anna Netrebko, Dmitri
Hvorostovsky and Vladimir Chernov.
This year the contest
participants include gifted singers from Russia and other countries who will present
their talents to the jury and compete for the audience’s appreciation.
I believe that the
Glinka International Vocal Contest will showcase new operatic stars and charm audiences
with enchanting performances.
I wish inspiration
and luck to all participants and for audiences to have an unforgettable
experience.
Dmitry Medvedev