The message reads, in part:
“This concert has brought together famous and popular performers and songwriters from different regions of Russia, the winners of the Songs of Our Regiment contest. Their creative work continues the best patriotic traditions of popular art. You will hear truly popular songs beloved by the people and new compositions. They all express gratitude to and respect for the defenders of the Motherland. They convey the feelings and thoughts of all those who are sincerely worrying about the country’s destiny, carefully preserving the truth about the Great Patriotic War and supporting our fighters that are battling against neo-Nazism today. These songs are a powerful unifying force. They inspire people in their military and creative work all for the benefit of Russia.”