The message reads, in part:
"Your artistic career, which includes outstanding achievements in music performance and a constellation of brilliant students you have fostered, as well as your strong commitment to preserving national musical culture and tradition, has earned you well-deserved respect.
"I am confident that your extensive knowledge and professionalism as well as your broad teaching experience will help you in heading one of the most respected music schools in Russia and in your performances. These traits will also support you in any important public activity that you undertake."