The message reads, in part:
“Under the leadership of Maestro Yury Bashmet, your wonderful orchestra has earned a distinguished place among the country’s premier artistic ensembles. Connoisseurs of classical music consistently praise you for your unique performance style, virtuosic skill, rich repertoire, and extensive touring.
Furthermore, your fruitful collaborations with both world-renowned composers and promising young talents deserve the highest recognition, as does your active participation in socially significant educational initiatives, patriotic projects, and major cultural and sporting events.
On the occasion of your 35th anniversary, please accept my warmest greetings. I wish you continued success and an inexhaustible well of inspiration.”