I department
G.I.F.Biber – Mystery Sonata No.1 in D minor “Den Du Vom Heiligen Geist Empfangen Hast”, op. 90
I. Praeludium
W.A.Mozart – Fantasy No.3 in D minor
F.Poulenc – Sonata for Flute and Piano, FP 164
II. Cantilena. Assez lent
L.Boellmann – “Prayer” from the “Gothic Suite”, op.25
A.Casadesus – Concerto in C minor for Viola and Orchestra in the Style of J.Ch.Bach
II. Adagio molto espressivo
G. Purcell – “Dido’s Lament” from the opera “Dido and Aeneas”
II department
C.Debussy – "Syrinx"
G.Fauré – “Pie Jesu” from the Requiem
D.Buxtehude – Chaconne in E minor
P.Camus – Chanson
G.Bottesini – “Une bouche aimée”
J.S.Bach – Aria “Schafe können sicher weiden” from the “Hunting Cantata”, BWV 208
“MUSIC THERAPY. CATHARSIS”
Dive into the depths of feelings through music and sound.
Catharsis is a moment of inner liberation. A state in which pent-up emotions, tension, and worries find a release and dissolve, giving way to clarity, silence, and a sense of renewal.
In music, catharsis is born gradually: through buildup, anticipation, internal dialogue, and, finally, an emotional breakthrough. It is not a sudden outburst, but a profound process—when sound helps one to experience what has long lingered within and gently release it.
Catharsis is transformation. A transition from chaos to order, from anxiety to acceptance, from inner noise to silence. At this moment, a person meets their true self—without masks, without tension, without the need to prove anything.
Music becomes a guide: it does not impose emotions, but creates a space in which each person experiences their own path. This is why catharsis is always individual—and always authentic.
After catharsis, a feeling of lightness, clarity, and inner balance remains. Like after a deep breath. Like returning home after a long journey.
The idea of Music Therapy is to correct a person’s state, from the initial to the modified state, through affirmations at the beginning of the program and reinforcement with music throughout. Through music and the sounds of sound therapy instruments, experiences, doubts, and even fears are worked through. The music and sounds are selected to ultimately evoke and reinforce positive emotions.
The main feature of the upcoming concert is undoubtedly the sound of the grand concert organ, one of the largest organs in the CIS, consisting of over 6,000 pipes. The sounds of the organ harmonize the psycho-emotional sphere and bring order to the mind. The organ is called a conductor of “space–earth–space” energy.
You will also hear the very rare sound of an orchestral gong. This unusual musical instrument is credited with having a healing effect on the body at the cellular level. Another unique feature of the concert will be the creation of a surround-sound effect thanks to the musical islands we will place throughout the hall. These islands will feature the most beneficial sound-therapeutic instruments for the body: singing bowls, karatals, koshi bells, chakraphones, and the sounds of rain and the ocean, among others.
This enchanting performance will take place by candlelight, with dim lighting, and for aesthetic pleasure, you will be able to watch a wonderful video sequence on the large screen featuring paintings by Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, and others, as well as endless views of space, flora, and fauna of our planet.
For complete immersion in the world of enchanting music, you can close your eyes and enjoy the music alone, or you can look at the stage and admire the art by candlelight, in addition to the sounds of the instruments.
For your comfort, please do not bring children under 12 years of age or anyone who might disturb the peace in the concert hall. It is also important not to be late for the concert, as this creates discomfort for both the performers and the audience.
Performed by:
- Anastasia Khrapitskaya (vocals) – soloist of the Bolshoi Theater of Belarus, laureate of international competitions.
- Alexander Danilov (piano) – soloist of the Belarusian State Philharmonic, member of the National Presidential Orchestra of the Republic of Belarus, laureate of international competitions.
- Ekaterina Ivanova (organ) – member of the Vitebsk Regional Philharmonic.
- Marina Novak (violin) – member of the State Academic Symphony Orchestra of the Republic of Belarus.
- Olesya Alesyuk (viola) – member of the State Academic Symphony Orchestra of the Republic of Belarus.
- Alesya Poroshina (cello) – member of the State Academic Symphony Orchestra of the Republic of Belarus.
- Anastasia Miklash (flute) – laureate of international competitions.
- Darya Vitko (presenter, sound therapy instruments) is a lecturer and musicologist at the Belarusian State Philharmonic Society, and a Master of Arts in Art History.
A unique opportunity to listen to a new concert featuring the program “Music Therapy. Catharsis”! We look forward to seeing you!
- When: February 15 and 22, 2026 (Sunday)
- Time: 7:00 PM
- Where: Big Concert Hall of the Belarusian State Philharmonic Society (50 Nezavisimosti Ave.)
Seats are limited! Don’t miss out!
For more information, contact the organizers: +375(44)464-73-47, info@musictherapy.by
