Michael Rochlitz Recommends the Moscow Conservatory
— Why did you choose HSE and come to Moscow?
— I have been to a number of interesting workshops and conferences at HSE during the last two years, and have always been impressed by the quality of research done at the university. In my view, HSE is the top place in Russia to do the kind of research I'm interested in, while also being a very young and dynamic institution. And then I just like Russia, and was looking for a place to stay and work in the country for a couple of years.
— What are your impressions on working and living in Moscow?— 5 years ago, I was in Moscow as a student, studying Russian literature at MGU. Then it still felt very much like being an outside observer. It's funny to be now working here, to take the metro every morning on the way to your office, like everyone else.
— Have you got your favorite places in Moscow?
— I very much like the conservatory. When I have the choice to go to the theater, the cinema or to a concert, I usually end up in the Maly Zal (Small Hall), listening to some chamber music.
Information:
The Small Hall
Was opened on October 25th 1898.
First organ (master Frederic Ladegast) was installed in 1886 and was successfully used until 1959. The modern organ was developed by Alexander Schuke Potsdam Orgelbau GmbH.
The Small Hall is famous for its perfect acoustic quality.
Most of concerts in it are chamber music and pianoforte solo.
Booking: Tel. (+7 495) 629-94-01 (in Russian only)
See also: Moscow Conservatory website