About the Ensemble RAPSODY
Founded in the summer of 2020 by graduates of the Saint Petersburg State Conservatory named after N.A. Rimsky-Korsakov, the RAPSODY String Ensemble unites talented young musicians from the city’s leading orchestras and theaters.
Today, RAPSODY is a recognizable cultural brand of Saint Petersburg.
The ensemble regularly performs at prestigious venues such as the Saint Petersburg Philharmonic, the White Hall of the Polytechnic University, the Oktyabrsky Grand Concert Hall, as well as concert spaces in Pavlovsk, Tsarskoye Selo, Yelagin Island, the Cathedral of Kaliningrad, and other renowned cultural centers.
A hallmark of RAPSODY’s performances is the unique blend of string and organ harmonies, creating an unforgettable musical experience.
Today, RAPSODY is a recognizable cultural brand of Saint Petersburg.
The ensemble regularly performs at prestigious venues such as the Saint Petersburg Philharmonic, the White Hall of the Polytechnic University, the Oktyabrsky Grand Concert Hall, as well as concert spaces in Pavlovsk, Tsarskoye Selo, Yelagin Island, the Cathedral of Kaliningrad, and other renowned cultural centers.
A hallmark of RAPSODY’s performances is the unique blend of string and organ harmonies, creating an unforgettable musical experience.
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For classical lovers, we suggest glamming up any chamber or fully-booked event with the musical accompaniment performed by the professional Rhapsody violinist ensemble. We will assort the repertoire and also line-up the musicians from the solo to polyphonic orchestra. Ready-made programs can be adjusted to your liking.
Concert programs for the ensemble 's full complement
• J. Lennon, P. McCartney — “Yesterday”, “Imagine”
• I. Berlin — “Cheek to Cheek” • L. Cohen — “Hallelujah”
• Queen — “The Show Must Go On”
• A. Newley, L. Bricusse — “Feeling Good”
• M. Legrand — “I Will Wait for You”
• A. Piazzolla — “Libertango”
• H. Mancini — “Moon River”
• S. Flaherty — “Once Upon a December”
• R. Pauls — “Love Has Come”
• M. Gordon, H. Warren — “At Last”
• E. Doga — “Waltz from the film ‘My Tender and Affectionate Beast’”
• I. Berlin — “Cheek to Cheek” • L. Cohen — “Hallelujah”
• Queen — “The Show Must Go On”
• A. Newley, L. Bricusse — “Feeling Good”
• M. Legrand — “I Will Wait for You”
• A. Piazzolla — “Libertango”
• H. Mancini — “Moon River”
• S. Flaherty — “Once Upon a December”
• R. Pauls — “Love Has Come”
• M. Gordon, H. Warren — “At Last”
• E. Doga — “Waltz from the film ‘My Tender and Affectionate Beast’”
• J. Pachelbel — “Canon in D” (approx. 8 min)
• R. Schumann — “Träumerei” (“Dreaming”)
• G. F. Handel — “Arrival of the Queen of Sheba”
• E. Granados — “Spanish Dance”
• N. Rota — Theme from the film “Romeo and Juliet”
• S. Prokofiev — “Dance of the Knights”
• J. Sibelius — “Valse Triste”
• F. Kreisler — “Prelude and Allegro”
• P. Mascagni — “Intermezzo”
• N. A. Rimsky-Korsakov — “Flight of the Bumblebee”
• A. Dvořák — “Slavonic Dance”
• D. Shostakovich — “Romance”
• A. Khachaturian — “Sabre Dance”
• M. Tariverdiev — “Melody”
• G. Sviridov — “Romance” from the suite “The Snowstorm”
• R. Schumann — “Träumerei” (“Dreaming”)
• G. F. Handel — “Arrival of the Queen of Sheba”
• E. Granados — “Spanish Dance”
• N. Rota — Theme from the film “Romeo and Juliet”
• S. Prokofiev — “Dance of the Knights”
• J. Sibelius — “Valse Triste”
• F. Kreisler — “Prelude and Allegro”
• P. Mascagni — “Intermezzo”
• N. A. Rimsky-Korsakov — “Flight of the Bumblebee”
• A. Dvořák — “Slavonic Dance”
• D. Shostakovich — “Romance”
• A. Khachaturian — “Sabre Dance”
• M. Tariverdiev — “Melody”
• G. Sviridov — “Romance” from the suite “The Snowstorm”
• W. A. Mozart — “Eine kleine Nachtmusik” (1st movement)
• P. I. Tchaikovsky — “Waltz of the Flowers” from the ballet “The Nutcracker”
• C. Debussy — “Clair de Lune”
• J. Strauss II — “Voices of Spring” Waltz
• N. A. Rimsky-Korsakov — “Flight of the Bumblebee” from the opera “The Tale of Tsar Saltan”
• E. Grieg — “In the Hall of the Mountain King” from the suite “Peer Gynt”
• G. Bizet — Variations on a theme from the opera “Carmen”
• N. Rota — Theme from the film “Romeo and Juliet”
• D. Shostakovich — “Romance” from the film “The Gadfly”
• P. I. Tchaikovsky — “Waltz of the Flowers” from the ballet “The Nutcracker”
• C. Debussy — “Clair de Lune”
• J. Strauss II — “Voices of Spring” Waltz
• N. A. Rimsky-Korsakov — “Flight of the Bumblebee” from the opera “The Tale of Tsar Saltan”
• E. Grieg — “In the Hall of the Mountain King” from the suite “Peer Gynt”
• G. Bizet — Variations on a theme from the opera “Carmen”
• N. Rota — Theme from the film “Romeo and Juliet”
• D. Shostakovich — “Romance” from the film “The Gadfly”
• A. Vivaldi — “The Four Seasons: Spring” (1st movement)
• C. Gluck — Melody from the opera “Orpheus in the Underworld”
• F. Kreisler — “Liebesfreud” (“Joy of Love”)
• R. Schumann — “Träumerei” (“Dreaming”)
• E. Elgar — “Salut d’amour”
• P. Tchaikovsky — “Waltz of the Flowers”
• M. Tariverdiev — Prelude from the film “Resident’s Fate” (arr. N. Reshetnikov)
• M. I. Glinka — Overture to the opera “Ruslan and Lyudmila”
• C. Debussy — “Clair de Lune”
• J. Brahms — “Hungarian Dance No. 5”
• E. Doga — Waltz from the film “My Tender and Affectionate Beast”
• A. Piazzolla — “History of the Tango: Bordel 1900”
• J. Gade — Tango “Jealousy”
• C. Gardel — Tango from the film “Scent of a Woman”
• C. Gluck — Melody from the opera “Orpheus in the Underworld”
• F. Kreisler — “Liebesfreud” (“Joy of Love”)
• R. Schumann — “Träumerei” (“Dreaming”)
• E. Elgar — “Salut d’amour”
• P. Tchaikovsky — “Waltz of the Flowers”
• M. Tariverdiev — Prelude from the film “Resident’s Fate” (arr. N. Reshetnikov)
• M. I. Glinka — Overture to the opera “Ruslan and Lyudmila”
• C. Debussy — “Clair de Lune”
• J. Brahms — “Hungarian Dance No. 5”
• E. Doga — Waltz from the film “My Tender and Affectionate Beast”
• A. Piazzolla — “History of the Tango: Bordel 1900”
• J. Gade — Tango “Jealousy”
• C. Gardel — Tango from the film “Scent of a Woman”
• G. F. Handel — “Arrival of the Queen of Sheba” from the oratorio “Solomon”
• A. Vivaldi — “The Four Seasons: Winter” (2nd movement)
• A. Vivaldi — Concerto for Four Violins (1st movement)
• G. Dinicu — “Hora Martisorului” (“March Hora”)
• E. Granados — Spanish Dance No. 5
• A. Dvořák — “Gypsy Song”
• J. Sibelius — “Valse Triste”
• C. Saint-Saëns — “The Swan” from “The Carnival of the Animals”
• N. A. Rimsky-Korsakov — “Flight of the Bumblebee” from the opera “The Tale of Tsar Saltan”
• E. Grieg — “In the Hall of the Mountain King” from the suite “Peer Gynt”
• J. Gade — Tango “Jealousy”
• C. Gardel — Tango “Por Una Cabeza”
• A. Piazzolla — “Oblivion”
• A. Piazzolla — “Libertango”
• A. Vivaldi — “The Four Seasons: Winter” (2nd movement)
• A. Vivaldi — Concerto for Four Violins (1st movement)
• G. Dinicu — “Hora Martisorului” (“March Hora”)
• E. Granados — Spanish Dance No. 5
• A. Dvořák — “Gypsy Song”
• J. Sibelius — “Valse Triste”
• C. Saint-Saëns — “The Swan” from “The Carnival of the Animals”
• N. A. Rimsky-Korsakov — “Flight of the Bumblebee” from the opera “The Tale of Tsar Saltan”
• E. Grieg — “In the Hall of the Mountain King” from the suite “Peer Gynt”
• J. Gade — Tango “Jealousy”
• C. Gardel — Tango “Por Una Cabeza”
• A. Piazzolla — “Oblivion”
• A. Piazzolla — “Libertango”
Our goal is to grant emotions becoming the perfect musical accompaniment to your event.
The Rhapsody String Quartet is a lineup of the leading music universities graduates and laureates of the international competitions. We have irreproachable artistic taste and technique that allows us to easily move from strict classics to rousing modern rhythms.
Chamber Programs for a Quartet
Immerse yourself in the ambient and deep world of the modern academic music. The program includes the works by such visionary composers as Max Richter, Ólafur Arnalds, Ludovico Einaudi and Nils Fram. Their music, which has become the soundtrack to many films and TV series, speaks to the audience in the language of modern emotions, that means meditatively, poignantly and succinct. It is ideal for creating a contemplative and intellectual atmosphere.
You will travel into the epoque of pomp and perplexed beauty. The program comprises the musical gems of 17th – 18th centuries – from the extensive concerti grossi by Arcangelo Corelli and Antonio Vivaldi to the refined polyphony by Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel. These show pieces demand vertuoso performance and impress by their architectonic sophistication. The music creates the atmosphere of refined ceremoniousness and triumph.
From the first sounds you’ll recognise the greatest film themes, starting from John Williams’s epic sagas such as Star Wars and Harry Potter, or Nino Rota’s exquisite melodies for The Godfather, and Ennio Morricone’s heart-piercing grooves to the modern serial films hits. This program will immediately wrap up the spectators in the movieland, involving bright memories and emotional stress. Any event will be converted into the precious first night.
From the fiery rhythms of the Balkans and the passionate melodies of Argentina to the gentle tunes of Scandinavia and the mesmerizing motifs of the East. This program is a true musical journey that proves that the music language is universal across the cultures. It is perfect for the events with any international vibe.
The sound of your favorite hits by Queen, The Beatles, Nirvana, and some modern pop interpreters, performed with elegance and power by a string quartet. The iconic melodies gain a new depth and emotion, creating a powerful and modern soundtrack for your event.
The golden treasury of music that everyone can recognize. The program features the most striking and poignant works by Tchaikovsky, Beethoven, Mozart, and other great composers. The performances are impeccable, creating the atmosphere of refinement and solemnity.
A journey through all the seasons in two great interpretations. Antonio Vivaldi's familiar "The Four Seasons" meets Astor Piazzolla's passionate and dance-filled "The Four Seasons." The contrast of eras and styles meet in one program, providing a vibrant and unforgettable musical adventure.
*Extended cast (string ensemble).
*Extended cast (string ensemble).
A witty dialogue between the genius of classicism and the energy of the 20th century. The lightness and elegance of Mozart's minuets are intertwined with the spirited rhythms of jazz. This program is a celebration of joy, sophisticated humor, and virtuosity that positively boosts the audience.
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Our Musicians
Tatiana Kozub
My name is Tatiana Kozub, and I am an art director of the Rhapsody Violin Ensemble. For me, this ensemble is more than just a workplace. It is a family where each of us puts her heart and soul into the music, and together we create a unique sound that melts the hearts of our audience.
My role is not only to play the violin, but also to guide, inspire, and support the team. I am responsible for choosing the repertoire, organizing rehearsals and concerts, as well as promoting the ensemble creative evolution. It is important not only to perform music, but also to convey emotions and tell stories through every note.
Our band has a special atmosphere: we are all different, but we are united by one goal to create beautiful, live music. Over the years, we have performed at prestigious festivals and concert venues, and we have achieved great success. We continue to develop as a team. It matters a good deal to me that Rhapsody remains a place where music is created with love and professionalism, and every performance is a small miracle. I am proud to be a part of this amazing band, and I look forward to new creative achievements together with our team.
My role is not only to play the violin, but also to guide, inspire, and support the team. I am responsible for choosing the repertoire, organizing rehearsals and concerts, as well as promoting the ensemble creative evolution. It is important not only to perform music, but also to convey emotions and tell stories through every note.
Our band has a special atmosphere: we are all different, but we are united by one goal to create beautiful, live music. Over the years, we have performed at prestigious festivals and concert venues, and we have achieved great success. We continue to develop as a team. It matters a good deal to me that Rhapsody remains a place where music is created with love and professionalism, and every performance is a small miracle. I am proud to be a part of this amazing band, and I look forward to new creative achievements together with our team.
Gleb Kuznetsov
My name is Gleb Kuznetsov. For several years now, I have been playing in the Rhapsody ensemble of violinists, a group where I am not just a musician, but the only man among bright, talented, and charismatic female violinists.
The viola is an instrument that doesn't seek to be in the highlight, but it's essential for a true musical experience. In our ensemble, I serve as a connecting thread, providing support, balance, and cohesion. Sometimes, I remain in the background, but I'm always at the heart of the music. I enjoy being a pillar, not only musically but also personally. The female ensemble has a unique atmosphere, and I've learned to be delicate yet reliable, gentle yet confident.
In addition to my instrument performance I carry out an important role of a music librarian. I file our music archive, prepare scores for the rehearsals and performances and, if necessary, I edit or copy out string parts. Sometimes, I feel like I know our repertoire not only by heart, but even each individual note roughly. I enjoy being the person who ensures order in music, both visually and practically.
Staying with Rhapsody for many years, I've had the opportunity to perform on various stages - from intimate venues to large festival halls. I've participated in the international tours, awards, and album recordings. But the most important aspect is the sense of unity. We breathe together.
The viola is an instrument that doesn't seek to be in the highlight, but it's essential for a true musical experience. In our ensemble, I serve as a connecting thread, providing support, balance, and cohesion. Sometimes, I remain in the background, but I'm always at the heart of the music. I enjoy being a pillar, not only musically but also personally. The female ensemble has a unique atmosphere, and I've learned to be delicate yet reliable, gentle yet confident.
In addition to my instrument performance I carry out an important role of a music librarian. I file our music archive, prepare scores for the rehearsals and performances and, if necessary, I edit or copy out string parts. Sometimes, I feel like I know our repertoire not only by heart, but even each individual note roughly. I enjoy being the person who ensures order in music, both visually and practically.
Staying with Rhapsody for many years, I've had the opportunity to perform on various stages - from intimate venues to large festival halls. I've participated in the international tours, awards, and album recordings. But the most important aspect is the sense of unity. We breathe together.
Yarova Martina
My name is Yarova Martina, and I am the creator of the RAPSODIA String Ensemble project.
From the very beginning, I managed to bring people together and turn this idea into reality. I became the person who assembled the team, infused it with character and vibrant energy. For several years now, RAPSODIA has existed and evolved, holding a special place in my life — it is my joy, my pride, and an important part of my creative journey.
A large team of people worked on the creation of this project. Arrangements were written, concert programs developed, stage and performance concepts carefully thought out, costumes designed, and photo sessions organized. All of this became part of a unified artistic vision for the ensemble — a holistic space where music merges with aesthetics and stage culture.
I am convinced that music and aesthetic beauty are inseparable. The RAPSODIA String Ensemble is a space where the academic tradition, stage culture, and a modern sense of beauty come together.
I am incredibly grateful and happy that this project has resonated with the hearts of its participants. It is especially important to me that the musicians are engaged, that this format is close to them, and that they feel at home within it. Over time, it became clear that this resonance extends far beyond the ensemble itself — it is reflected in the hearts of our audience as well.
From the very beginning, I managed to bring people together and turn this idea into reality. I became the person who assembled the team, infused it with character and vibrant energy. For several years now, RAPSODIA has existed and evolved, holding a special place in my life — it is my joy, my pride, and an important part of my creative journey.
A large team of people worked on the creation of this project. Arrangements were written, concert programs developed, stage and performance concepts carefully thought out, costumes designed, and photo sessions organized. All of this became part of a unified artistic vision for the ensemble — a holistic space where music merges with aesthetics and stage culture.
I am convinced that music and aesthetic beauty are inseparable. The RAPSODIA String Ensemble is a space where the academic tradition, stage culture, and a modern sense of beauty come together.
I am incredibly grateful and happy that this project has resonated with the hearts of its participants. It is especially important to me that the musicians are engaged, that this format is close to them, and that they feel at home within it. Over time, it became clear that this resonance extends far beyond the ensemble itself — it is reflected in the hearts of our audience as well.
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TECHNICAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL RIDER
Rhapsody Violinist Ensemble
Rhapsody Violinist Ensemble
Lineup: 7 or 8 violins + a keyboard instrument
The Rhapsody Violinist Ensemble is an acoustic band that performs classical and crossover repertoire.
All instruments are acoustic. Sound reinforcement solutions are made in reliance on the venue acoustics and are to be specified in advance.
All instruments are acoustic. Sound reinforcement solutions are made in reliance on the venue acoustics and are to be specified in advance.
• Stage minimal dimensions: 8 m×6 m
• Smooth, stable, and non-slip coating
• No drafts or direct air conditioning flow on the musicians
• The ambient room temperature is to be between 20°C and 25°C
Required equipment:
• 8 stable chairs without arms
• 8 music stands
• one keyboard instrument (grand piano / pianoforte / pipe organ — as agreed upon)
• adjustable bench for a piano player
In case the grand piano is provided:
• the instrument should be put in tune on the day of performance
• an acoustic grand is preferable
Digital piano usage requires preliminary mutual coordination.
• Smooth, stable, and non-slip coating
• No drafts or direct air conditioning flow on the musicians
• The ambient room temperature is to be between 20°C and 25°C
Required equipment:
• 8 stable chairs without arms
• 8 music stands
• one keyboard instrument (grand piano / pianoforte / pipe organ — as agreed upon)
• adjustable bench for a piano player
In case the grand piano is provided:
• the instrument should be put in tune on the day of performance
• an acoustic grand is preferable
Digital piano usage requires preliminary mutual coordination.
• Flood front white light
• Enough light to read music sheet
• Local spots for the music stands, if necessary
• Soft lighting of the stage is welcome
• Dynamic lighting effects, strobe lights, and color music are excluded
• Enough light to read music sheet
• Local spots for the music stands, if necessary
• Soft lighting of the stage is welcome
• Dynamic lighting effects, strobe lights, and color music are excluded
The ensemble is acoustic.
If the hall has good acoustics
no additional sound reinforcement is required.
If sound reinforcement is necessary (event halls, open public spaces, open-air events)
the organizer is to provide the following:
• 2 – 4 hanging overhead condenser microphones for the general ensemble recording or individual instrument microphones (as agreed)
• 1 or 2 microphones for a keyboard instrument, if necessary
• Acoustic system true to the venue size
• Mixing sound board
• Professional sound engineer for sound checking and performance
• Minimal stage monitor, if necessary
The final microphone arrangement pattern is to be coordinated with the ensemble representative.
If the hall has good acoustics
no additional sound reinforcement is required.
If sound reinforcement is necessary (event halls, open public spaces, open-air events)
the organizer is to provide the following:
• 2 – 4 hanging overhead condenser microphones for the general ensemble recording or individual instrument microphones (as agreed)
• 1 or 2 microphones for a keyboard instrument, if necessary
• Acoustic system true to the venue size
• Mixing sound board
• Professional sound engineer for sound checking and performance
• Minimal stage monitor, if necessary
The final microphone arrangement pattern is to be coordinated with the ensemble representative.
• Access to the venue is at least 3 hours before the concert
• Possibility to rehears and check sound
• A fully prepared stage and an instrument tuned by the time of the rehearsal
• Possibility to rehears and check sound
• A fully prepared stage and an instrument tuned by the time of the rehearsal
The venue provides as follows:
• 1 stage technician
• 1 sound engineer, if sound reinforcement is used
• A contact person staying at the venue on the performance day (speaking Russian / English)
• 1 stage technician
• 1 sound engineer, if sound reinforcement is used
• A contact person staying at the venue on the performance day (speaking Russian / English)
• Separate dressing room
• Lighted mirrors (wished-for)
• Clothes hangers/hanging rack for garment
• A table and chairs
• Electric sockets
• Drinking water (still), tea / coffee
• Refreshments
• WC facilities within easy reach
• A safe place to store the instruments
• Lighted mirrors (wished-for)
• Clothes hangers/hanging rack for garment
• A table and chairs
• Electric sockets
• Drinking water (still), tea / coffee
• Refreshments
• WC facilities within easy reach
• A safe place to store the instruments
• Door-to-door transfer from and to the airport, connections from and to the hotel and the venue for the whole company and instruments
• Accommodation in a 3–4* hotel
• Single or double rooms with breakfast
• The feasibility to safely store the instruments in the hotel.
• Accommodation in a 3–4* hotel
• Single or double rooms with breakfast
• The feasibility to safely store the instruments in the hotel.
• Catering service (lunch / dinner) on the days of rehearsals and performance
• Daily allowance by prior arrangement
• Daily allowance by prior arrangement
• Professional photo- and video documentation of the concert is welcome.
• The use of photo and video materials is subject to mutual agreement between the parties.
• All concert programs, posters, and other promotional materials must be coordinated with the ensemble's representative in advance.
• The Rhapsody ensemble’s name and the official logo of the ensemble are to be included in all promotional content.
• The use of photo and video materials is subject to mutual agreement between the parties.
• All concert programs, posters, and other promotional materials must be coordinated with the ensemble's representative in advance.
• The Rhapsody ensemble’s name and the official logo of the ensemble are to be included in all promotional content.
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