Founded in 1928 by Alexander Vasilyevich Alexandrov, the composer of the former Soviet Union’s national anthem and a gifted conductor, the Alexandrov Ensemble is the oldest, largest and most prestigious military song and dance troupe of Russia. With superb artistic virtuosity, a rich repertoire and strong national characteristics, the Alexandrov Ensemble enjoys a widespread reputation as the most outstanding military song and dance troupe in the world. The Alexandrov Ensemble has a glorious history of over 90 years. The magnificent choruses and passionate dances in its repertoire are characterised by the unique Soviet military arts and Russian national arts. Their singing inspired millions of Soviet people in the Soviet Patriotic War, and has also influenced generations of people from around the world.


The performances given by the Alexandrov Ensemble are alive with something heroic and romantic. The glorious heroic history and outstanding artistic achievements has made the Alexandrov Ensemble a symbol of Russia’s military spirit, and its success has won it great honour.

The Alexandrov Ensemble won the title of Revolutionary Red Flag and the Order of Red Banner in 1935, and won the Order of Red Banner again in 1949. The Alexandrov Ensemble is also the only nationally treasured song and dance troupe to visit various countries in the world with President Putin, presenting the essence of Russia’s brilliant art to the world. In China, the Alexandrov Ensemble is the only top foreign arts organisation to be cordially received and praised by four generations of Chinese leaders. Internationally, the Alexandrov Ensemble has made outstanding achievements at the world’s exhibitions, winning the highest prize, the “Granbury” Award. The Alexandrov Ensemble has also won the “Golden Disk” Awards by the “Sainte Jiumode Company France and “H.O.C.” Netherlands for releasing the largest number of albums.

The performances given by the Alexandrov Ensemble are alive with something heroic and romantic. The glorious heroic history and outstanding artistic achievements has made the Alexandrov Ensemble a symbol of Russia’s military spirit, and its success has won it great honour.

The Alexandrov Ensemble won the title of Revolutionary Red Flag and the Order of Red Banner in 1935, and won the Order of Red Banner again in 1949. The Alexandrov Ensemble is also the only nationally treasured song and dance troupe to visit various countries in the world with President Putin, presenting the essence of Russia’s brilliant art to the world. In China, the Alexandrov Ensemble is the only top foreign arts organisation to be cordially received and praised by four generations of Chinese leaders. Internationally, the Alexandrov Ensemble has made outstanding achievements at the world’s exhibitions, winning the highest prize, the “Granbury” Award. The Alexandrov Ensemble has also won the “Golden Disk” Awards by the “Sainte Jiumode Company France and “H.O.C.” Netherlands for releasing the largest number of albums.