Diplomat: Traditional values remain the foundation of rich Armenian-Russian interpersonal relations, regardless of external circumstances

ArmInfo. Traditional values remain the foundation of rich Armenian-Russian interpersonal relations, regardless of external circumstances: family, faith, respect for elders, love for one's land and culture, and a caring attitude toward one's heritage. This was stated by Maxim Seleznev, Minister-Counselor of the Russian Embassy in Armenia, at the opening ceremony of the Days of Russian Spiritual Culture in Armenia.

"Today we are beginning a series of events that once again reminds us that the Russian and Armenian peoples are united not only by a common history and economic interests, but also by deep spiritual roots. Today's musical program includes works by Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff, Bach, and Mozart, as well as Russian and Armenian folk songs. This combination reflects the fact that Russians and Armenians cherish their own heritage, embrace each other's beauty and culture, and embrace the best of world classics with interest and respect," the Russian diplomat said.

According to him, the Armenian-Russian dialogue is ongoing, and Moscow is already looking forward to the Days of Armenian Culture scheduled for November.

"I would like to note that we attach great importance to humanitarian cooperation with Armenia and are ready to continue working openly and constructively in all areas of mutual interest. I am confident that the Days of Spiritual Culture will resonate with Armenian audiences," Seleznev concluded.

Days of Russian Spiritual Culture will be held in Armenia on September 30 and October 1. The events will take place in Yerevan and Gyumri. The highlight was a performance by the Academic Grand Choir "Masters of Choral Singing." The Orpheus Television and Radio Broadcasting Center, one of the oldest Russian choral groups, is performing in Armenia for the first time. The event was held at the Yerevan State Russian Drama Theater named after K. Stanislavsky. On October 1, the choir will perform in Gyumri at the Hayordats Tun Spiritual and Educational Center of the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. The diverse program, prepared specifically for the concerts in Armenia, includes works by Russian composers, including those who wrote sacred music—Pyotr Tchaikovsky, Sergei Rachmaninoff, and Pavel Chesnokov—as well as Western classics—Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Charles-François Gounod—as well as Russian and Armenian folk songs in both ancient and modern arrangements.

Also on display as part of the Days of Russian Spiritual Culture in Armenia is the photo exhibition "About the Peace of the Whole World," dedicated to the 80th anniversary of His Holiness Kirill, Patriarch of Moscow and All Rus'. The exhibition explores the role of the Church as the guardian of historical memory and moral values, which are especially important in an era of global challenges and change.