The People's Artist of Russia, the composer Maksim Dunayevsky has been appointed the art director of the Moscow Regional Philharmonic Hall.

      "This appointment means new prospects and great opportunities for the Moscow Regional Philharmonic Hall. I am sure that recognized authority of Maksim Dunayevsky, his highest professionalism and organizing talent will improve various activities of the Philharmonic Hall, which is to become the coordination center and the engine for philharmonic life of the Moscow Region", the head of Moscow Culture Department Oleg Rozhnov said.

      The minister pointed out that the main goal on agenda for the philharmonic hall recreated in 2013 after a ten-year break is development and quest for new forms of activity, and the new art director is expected to promote this process.