The St. Petersburg Festival Orchestra, founded in 2001 by Swedish conductor Kristofer Wåhlander, is a prominent ensemble in St. Petersburg, Russia. Comprised of over 70 young professional musicians, the orchestra is renowned for its high-caliber performances and collaborations with esteemed artists such as pianist Peter Jablonski, countertenor David Walker, baritone Ville Rusanen, saxophonist Federico Mondelci, and guitarist Craig Ogden. The orchestra's repertoire includes a notable recording of Tchaikovsky's 5th Symphony on the La Forza label. Additionally, it was featured in the Swedish Television documentary "Music - a matter of life and death." Wåhlander's interpretations are praised for blending Western European performance practices with the emotive openness of the Russian School, offering fresh and insightful musical experiences.