The message reads, in part:
“It is highly symbolic that the name of your festival includes the words Trans-Siberian, since they accurately reflect its scale and the diverse mix of spectacular, captivating and impressive events it offers. Many guests will converge for this event to discover masterpieces of classical music and works by contemporary composers. They will meet talented artists and creative teams, including world-famous celebrities as well as those who are only taking their first steps in the world of art.
Of course, I would like to sincerely thank People’s Artist of Russia Vadim Repin, who founded this successful project and has been leading it ever since. It is largely thanks to his creative energy, enthusiasm and dedication that the festival attracts more participants and visitors every year and makes an invaluable contribution to strengthening and perpetuating the great traditions in culture and education our country is famous for.”