The message, reads, in part:
“Since its inception in 2014, your large-scale and truly wonderful project has successfully evolved into a prominent and eagerly anticipated event in the country's cultural landscape. I attribute this achievement primarily to the organiser and visionary behind the forum, Vadim Repin, an outstanding violinist, as well as our other world-class stars. Moreover, it is heartening to see that in addition to renowned artists, the festival continues to attract talented and promising young people.
This year's forum will once again bring together numerous Russian and foreign cities in a grand display of creativity, offering the public a rich and diverse programme featuring classical masterpieces and works by contemporary composers, as well as performances by masters of dance, opera and theatre.”