Victory Marches, Alluring Waltzes and a Plethora of Music Surprises by the Military Ensembles in Moscow’s Fili and Northern Tushino Parks

The Military Bands in the City Parks carries on with its weekend music marathon, and now it’s time of Moscow’s Fili and Northern (Severnoe) Tushino Parks to welcome ensembles representing Russia’s Ministry of Defense.

This Saturday, June 1, we eagerly anticipate meeting you all at the Northern Tushino Park, where the Cadet Band of the Military Institute (of Military Conductors) of the Alexander Nevsky Military University of Russia’s Ministry of Defense will be performing on the main stage.

On Sunday, June 2, do come to Fili Park and witness an amazing performance by the renowned 21st Military Band of the Moscow Military District Headquarters.

To celebrate the International Children’s Day, the Military Institute Cadet Band has prepared a very special concert program that will be enjoyed by all, even the youngest and undoubtedly most demanding guests.

Formed back in 1935, the Military Institute (of Military Conductors) is a unique military institution of higher education that prepares military band conductors both for the armed forces of Russia and foreign states. Prominent Russian composer Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov was the first to formulate basic training requirements for military conductors. Up today the cadets keep up with the institute’s high educational standards. While their successful everyday work contributes to the strengthening of the army’s morale, and safeguarding the country’s military music heritage and traditions.

To wrap up the weekend on a high music note, we suggest you visit Moscow’s Fili park and listen to the 21st Military Band of the Moscow Military District Headquarters. It carries on the glorious traditions of both of its predecessors, the Exemplary Band of the 6th Motorized Rifle Regiment formed back in 1940, and the Military Band of the 154 Preobrazhensky Regiment organized on June 1, 2011. On April 1, 2024 following several administrative and structural reshuffles the Moscow Military District was once again brought to map, and as a result the 21st Military Band of the Moscow Military District Headquarters was born.
The 21st Military Band focuses primarily on performing ceremonial duties. It accompanies all high-level events, with foreign leaders paying official visits to Moscow, takes part in wreath-laying ceremonies at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier beneath the Kremlin walls. The ensemble musicians never miss a single military parade on Red Square.

Among the milestone events listed in the band’s achievement record are the historical parade of November 7, 1941 and the iconic Victory Parade of June 24, 1945. It took part in the XXII Summer Olympic Games, the Students and Youth International Festival and celebrations dedicated to the 850th anniversary of Moscow. In 1995, on request of the Moscow Government, the band recorded the Anthem of Moscow.

On Sunday tha audiences will be treated to victory marches, alluring waltzes and vibrant medleys reflecting the vast range of Russian music styles and genres.
With the ongoing support of the Russian Ministry of Defense, the Organizing Committee of the Spasskaya Tower International Military Tattoo continues its efforts to revive one of the most charming traditions of the past, with military bands performing in parks and gardens, streets and alleys, and other important spots in Moscow and its environs. Throughout the summer, enchanting wind melodies will engulf parks and gardens in Moscow and its environs, paving the way for the Sixteenth Spasskaya Tower International Military Tattoo that will unfold on Red Square from August 28 to September 1.

We are looking forward to meeting you all on June 1 at 4pm (16:00) in Northern (Severnoe) Tushino Park (main stage), and on June 2 at 4pm (16:00) in Fili Park (small stage).