Russian pavilion at Venice Biennale closed but with musical presence

The Russian pavilion at the Venice Art Biennale remains closed to the public but broadcasts music on site.
From today until Friday, ten music groups perform daily, recording pieces for playback throughout the Biennale.
Russia thus circumvents European sanctions; the pavilion is physically closed but music is audible.
Among the performers is the Toloka Ensemble, presenting works from the Belgorod region on the border with Ukraine.
Russian activists and artists in exile have launched counter-initiatives, including an exhibition of imprisoned Russian artists.
This is the first time Russia participates in the Biennale since the invasion of Ukraine, sparking controversy.