Concert hall in Prague. Musical Prague – musical attractions

2016-02-27 23:59:51

Where to listen to the organ in Prague?

Organ music lovers have repeatedly asked questions: where can one hear this instrument that evokes special emotions in beautiful Prague? Since Prague is one of the Catholic capitals of Europe, many churches have organs; they accompany services at different times - in the morning, afternoon, and evening - depending on the day of the week and the schedule of services.

And we must immediately make a reservation that you can get to spiritual services and listen to the organ during church ceremonies for free. This is solemn and uplifting music, often the organ is accompanied by choral singing, and if you consider what great composers composed works specifically for these purposes, then such music evokes emotional uplift and spiritual trepidation among grateful listeners.

Daily services held in the Cathedral of St. Vitus (Prague Castle) are also accompanied by an organ. During the week it is better to listen to it in the morning, on weekends - during the evening service.

We can recommend several more churches, where the combination of splendid architecture, interiors and the sound of the organ during services merge together, creating a unique experience. This is the Church of the Virgin Mary before Tyn (Kostel Panny Marie před Týnem) in the Old Town, a striking architectural accent of the Old Town Square area. This is also the oldest church in the Old City - the Church of St. Martin. You will see the schedule of services at the temple entrances.

Fans of organ music can be advised to attend concerts that are organized both in the churches themselves and at concert venues in Prague.

Here is a list of churches that provide their walls for organ music concerts: the Cathedral of Peter and Paul, the Cathedral of St. Francis, the Basilica of St. George, the Church of St. Bartholomew and others. Tickets for these concerts are sold both online and at church entrances.

Let's highlight several concert venues. Clementinum, where two organ halls are located. The first one, in the Cathedral of St. Salvador, is unique in that it has two organs - a small and a large one. The second organ hall of the Clementinum, the Mirror Hall, is also equipped with two instruments, one of which was once played by Mozart. The acoustics of the hall allow you to listen to two organs at the same time. Concert schedule for the coming months: https://www.classictic.com/ru/affiliate/31540/251605/

Church of St. Nicholas / Kostel svatého Mikuláše (Malá Strana) is another concert venue with unique acoustic qualities, equipped with two organs, one of which was also used by Mozart. This is probably why music lovers also prefer to listen to the organ within the walls of this temple.

ATRIUM

Prague 3, st. Tchaikovsky (Cajkovskeho) 12, tel. 222 721 838
http://www.atrium.zde.cz

BERTAMKA (BERTAMKA)

Prague 5, st. Mozartova 169, tel. 257 318 461
http://www.bertramka.com

CLAM GALLASUV PALAC (PALAC OF CLAM GALLAS)

Prague 1, st. Gusova 20, tel. 236 002 019
http://www.ahmp.cz

DUMU KAMENNEHOZVONU (HOUSE AT THE STONE BELL)

Prague 1, Staromestska pl. (Staromestske namesti) I 3, tel. 224 827 526
http://www.ahmp.cz

FOERSTROVA SIN (HALL NAMED AFTER FOERSTROV)

Prague 1, st. Pstrossova 17, tel. 241 711 791
http://roerstrovkawebpark.cz

CHODOVSKA VODNI TVRZ (CHODOVSKA WATER FORTRESS)

LICHTENSTEJNSKY PALAC SAL BOHUSLAVA MARTINU (LICHTENSTEIN PALACE HALL NAMED AFTER BOHUSLAVA MARTINU)

Prague 1, Malostranska pl. (Malostranske namesti) 1 3, tel. 257 534 206, tel. 257 535 568
http://www.hamu.cz

LOBKOVICKY PALAC (LOBKOVICKY PALAC)

Prague 1, st. Jiřská Uirskai 3, Prague Castle, tel. 233 354 467
http://www.nm.cz

NARODNI DUM NA VINOHRADECH (NATIONAL HOUSE ON VINEGRADES)

NARODNI MUZEUM HISTORICKE SCHODISTE (NATIONAL MUSEUM OF HISTORICAL STAIRWAY)

OBECNSH DUM SMETANOVA SIN (PUBLIC HOUSE HALL NAMED AFTER SMETANA)

PALAC AKROPOLIS (AKROPOLIS PALACE)

Prague 3, st. Kubelikova 1548/27, tel. 296 330 911
http://palacakropolis.cz

PALAC LUCERNA - VELKY SAL (LUCERNA PALACE GREAT HALL)

PALAC ZOFIN (PALAC ZOFIN)

Prague 1, Slovansky island 226, tel. 222 924 112
http://www.zofin.cz

PRAZSKY HRAD - SPANELSKY SAL (PRAGUE CITY SPANISH HALL)

Prague 1, Prague Castle, tel. 224 373 668
http://www.hrad.cz

RUDOLFINUM DVORAKOVA SIN (RUDOLFINUM - DVORAK HALL)

SAZKA ARENA (SAZKA ARENA) - MULTIFUNCTIONAL INDOOR STADIUM

Prague 9, st. Ocelarskal (Ocelarskal 46020, tel. 266 121 122
http://www.sazkaarena.cz

T-MOBILE ARENA (TMOBILE ARENA) - MULTIFUNCTIONAL INDOOR STADIUM

ZRCADLOVA KAPLE KLEMENTINA (MIRROR CAPELLA CLEMENTINUM)

KOSTEL SV. FR ANTISK AZASSISI (CHURCH OF ST. FRANTISHEK OF ASSISI)

KOSTEL SV. JAKUBA (ST. JACOB'S CHURCH)

KOSTEL SV. JIUI (CHURCH OF ST. Elijah)

KOSTEL SV. MARTINA VE ZDI (CHURCHEL OF ST. MARTIN IN THE WALL)

KOSTEL SV. MIKULASE (ST. NICHOLAS CHURCH)

KOSTEL SV. SALVATORA (CHURCH OF ST. SALVATTOR)

KOSTEL SV. SIMONA A JUDY (CBB CHURCH OF SIMON AND JUDES)

KOSTEL SV.VAVRINCE (CHURCH OF ST. LAWRENCE)

Information on pre-sale tickets, other theatres, concert halls and programs can be obtained from the Prague Information Service.

Classical music is popular in Prague. The capital is famous for its rich musical traditions. Locals and visitors have a wide choice of classical concerts, held in the best halls, both in terms of acoustics and architectural execution.

Smetana Hall

Public house

The largest concert hall in Prague is located in (Obecní dům). The monumental Art Nouveau building, built according to the design of Bolshanek and Polivka, appeared in 1905–12. on the site of a 15th-century royal residence. Initially, it was conceived as a universal public complex for meetings, concerts, and balls.

Now the Public House has six halls for social events. The most famous of them is the B. Smetana Concert Hall (Smetanova síň) with 1,200 seats. It serves as the main concert venue.

Address: náměstí Republiky 1090/5 110 00 Prague 1-Staré Město. Website: obecni-dum.cz.

Rudolfinum

Mirror Chapel in the Clementinum

Villa Bertramka

Lobkowitz Palace

Atrium

Concert Hall "Atrium"

The Atrium concert and exhibition hall in the Žižkov district (Atrium na Žižkově) is located on Tchaikovsky Street, in the building of a former Baroque church. In the seventies of the 20th century, the temple was reconstructed. A concert hall with 120 seats was opened in the central nave. An exhibition gallery was equipped in the eastern part of the church. The Atrium regularly hosts musical events, holiday programs, classical and ethnic music concerts.

Address: Čajkovského 12/12a, 130 00 Praha 3-Žižkov. Website: atriumzizkov.cz.

Hall of the Church of St. Nicholas, photo by Ben Scicluna

O2 Arena

Of course, it is not possible to fit all the capital's concert halls on this list. But I also want to highlight:

• hall named after Manesa in (Klášter sv. Anežky České)
  Address: U Milosrdných 17, Prague 1. Website: ngprague.cz;
• (Dům U Kamenneho zvonu). Concerts of State Opera soloists and foreign stars take place here.
  Address: Staroměstské náměstí 605/13, 110 00 Praha;
• (Lichtenštejnský palác).
  Address: Malostranské nám 13., Prague 1;
• Nostický salon
  Address: (Nostický palác), Maltézské náměstí 471/1, 118 00 Praha;
• The Na Můstku theater hosts classical music concerts.
  Address: Na Můstku 3, Prague 1;
• Tipsport Arena (on the territory). Popular music concerts take place here.
  Address: Výstaviště 67, 170 90 Praha 7, Holešovice;
• churches: (Kostel svatého Jakuba Většího), St. Thomas (Kostel svatého Tomáše), (Stare Mesto) (Kostel svatého Mikuláše (Staré Město)), (Kostel Panny Marie Ustavičné Pomoci a Božské prozřetelnosti), (Kostel svatého Františka z Assisi), (kostel svaté Voršily), (Týnský chrám ). At the height of the tourist season, organ concerts are held here;
• classical music concerts are held in the summer months in the historical buildings of Prague Castle: in (Bazilika svatého Jiří), in (Míčovna), in (Královská zahrada), in (Španělský sál);
• as well as open-air concerts in the gardens: (Valdštejnská zahrada), Maltese (Maltézská zahrada), (Zahrada Na Valech);
• There are regular concerts on the steps.

Map of Prague concert halls

Public house

Rudolfinum

Mirror Chapel of the Clementinum

Villa Bertramka

Zofin Palace

Lobkowitz Palace

Church of St. Nicholas (Mała Strana)

Hall named after Manesa in the Anege Monastery

House At the Stone Bell

Liechtenstein Palace

Nostitsky salon

Theater Na Můstku

Tipsport Arena

Church of St. Yakuba

Church of St. Thomas

Church of St. Nicholas (Stare Mesto)

Church of the Virgin Mary at Theatines

Church of St. Francis of Assisi

Church of St. Ursula

Tyn Temple

Basilica of St. George

Royal Garden

Spanish hall

Wallenstein Garden

Maltese Garden

Garden on the Walls

National Museum

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Prague has been famous for its theatrical and musical traditions for many generations. Mozart, Smetana, and Dvorak worked within the walls of this city. The buildings of most theaters themselves are landmarks of the city. It is clear that watching a theater production in Czech is very difficult, but symphony concerts, ballet and opera remain. We will talk about the places you need to visit when arriving in Prague.

Prague State Opera.

The building with spacious halls in the neo-Rococo style is one of the most beautiful in Europe. It opened on January 5, 1888, as the Prague Deutsche Stage, with Wagner's opera. Here there are classical productions of ballet and operas based on the works of composers known throughout the world.

National Theater

The most famous theater in the Czech Republic, where not only ballet and opera are performed on stage, but also performances. The troupe of actors is very talented, and the scenery is stunningly beautiful. How wonderful it is to listen to the works of Czech composers in their native walls, where you can feel the unique atmosphere of that time.

Estates Theater

One of the stages of the National Theater is located in a building of stunning beauty. The opening took place in 1783, and in October 1787 its walls saw Mozart himself with the opera Don Giovanni, where he personally conducted the orchestra. Some scenes of the film “Amadeus” by Milash Forman were filmed here.

Public house

The most popular Art Nouveau building in Prague. Architects, sculptors and artists from all over the world worked on the exterior and interior of the building, including Alfonso Mucha. Tourists, for a fee, can book a tour and admire the amazing interiors. The premises of the Public House are used for congresses, concerts, balls and even fashion shows. One of the best concert halls in Prague is located here - the Smetana Hall, where you can hear Mozart, Brahms, Strauss, Mendelssohn, Wagner, etc.

The Mirror Chapel is part of the complex Clementinum. Here is the best hall for chamber music in Prague. Rich gilding, frescoed ceilings, marble walls create an indelible impression, and the incomparable acoustics bring true pleasure. As Mozart once said, the chapel is a must-visit for those who consider themselves a true connoisseur of classical music.

Lobkowice Palace

The building dates back to 1750 in the Renaissance style. Today, there is an exhibition dedicated to Czech history, and a classical music concert begins in the concert hall every day at 13:00.

Prague is undoubtedly one of the recognized leaders in the field of classical music. The city hosts a wide variety of musical events, operas and ballets every day. Works by many famous composers are performed here: Mozart, Vivaldi, Bach, Verdi, Dvorak and Smetana. Concerts are held at lunchtime and in the evening, and tickets can be purchased directly at the event box office or in advance through online agencies. Some of the best venues for classical concerts include the Dvořák Concert Hall in the Rudolfinum, the Smetana Hall in the Municipal House, St. George's Basilica in Prague Castle, the Clementinum and the Church of St. Nicholas.

Concert halls

Spanish Hall in Prague Castle (second courtyard), Prague 1, www.hrad.cz – This is the largest ceremonial hall in Prague Castle, where important concerts and events are held.

Klam-Gallas Palace, st. Husova 20 (Husova), Prague 1, www.ahmp.cz – This is a luxurious building in the Baroque style that hosts important events and concerts.

Klementinum – Mirror Chapel, Mariánské náměstí 5 (Marian Square), Prague 1, www.klementinum.com – A beautiful baroque chapel housing two unique organs. Concerts of jazz and classical music take place here.

Lucerna – Great Hall, st. Štěpánská 61 (Stepanska), Prague 1, www.lucpra.com – Legendary concert and ballroom.

Rudolfinum – Dvorak Hall, Alšovo nábřeží 12, Prague 1 – Famous concert hall and Czech Philharmonic, which began work in 1896, under the direction of Antonin Dvorak.

Municipal House – Smetana Hall, náměstí Republiky 5 (Republic Square), Prague 1, www.obecnidum.cz – This is a famous Art Nouveau music hall and a traditional venue for the spring music festival in Prague.

Liechtenstein Palace – Martinu Hall, Malostranské náměstí 13 (Lesser Town Square), Prague 1 – Concert hall in a historic palace in Lesser Town.

Žofín – Great Hall, Slovanský ostrov 226 (Slovan Island), Prague 1 – Neo-Renaissance palace with large concert hall and ballroom.

Sights of musical Prague

Clam-Gallas Palace, Husova 20 (Husova), Prague 1
Christian Philip Clam-Gallas (1748-1805) began the famous musical tradition by inviting the composer Mozart and his wife Constance to the palace in 1787. In the palace, Mozart played the piano, as did the famous composer Ludwig van Beethoven, who was invited a little later, in 1798 (it was in this year that Beethoven met his platonic love, Josephine Clary-Aldringen).

U Zlatého jednorožce (Hotel At the Golden Unicorn), Lázeňská 11, Prague 1
In 1796, Ludwig van Beethoven stayed at this Baroque hotel. The hotel was extremely popular in Prague in the 18th century.

Dům U Tří zlatých lvů (House of the Three Golden Lions), Uhelny trh 1, Prague 1
Mozart stayed here in 1787 during his second visit to Prague. It was this year that the composer composed the opera Don Giovanni, which premiered at the nearby Estates Theater. According to reports, in Prague he collaborated with librettist Lorenzo da Ponte, who lived across the street and communicated with the composer through an open window.

Dům U Medvídků (House of the Bears), Na Perštýně 7, Prague 1
Czech musicians loved to gather in this club throughout the 19th century. It was here in 1888 that Antonin Dvorak brought the no less famous Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Tchaikovsky later wrote in his diary: “The Czechs are extremely nice people!”

Strahov Monastery and Basilica of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, Strahovské nádvoří 1, Prague 1
In 1787, Mozart and singer Josephine Duszek visited Strahov Monastery, one of the world's oldest monasteries of Premonstratensian monks, founded in the 12th century. The composer was especially delighted by the organ in the Basilica of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, which he even played.

Dům U Tří housliček (house of the three violins), Nerudova 12, Prague 1
This house on Nerudova Street did not get its name by chance - from 1667 to 1748 it belonged to three families of violin makers, the most famous representative of which was Thomas Edlinger. The instruments created by his hand are considered unique works of art.

Church of St. Nicholas, Malostranské náměstí, Prague1
The church houses a unique organ created in 1745 – 1746. It was there that the funeral mass was played in memory of Mozart.

Church of Saints Simon and Jude, U Milosrdných 1, Prague 1
The church is famous for musical concerts of the Baroque era and carefully preserved unique organs, which, according to legend, were played by Mozart and Joseph Haydn. It was this fact that saved the organ pipes from confiscation in 1917.

Loreto, Loretánské náměstí 7, Prague 1
This church houses a unique carillon. This instrument is recognized as one of the most valuable organs of the Baroque era. A distinctive feature of the organ is its broken octave and bellows located outside the church.

Vyšehrad Cemetery and Slavín Tomb
The Visegrad cemetery is undoubtedly the most remarkable burial site in the country. More than 600 prominent cultural and scientific figures found peace here. Among the famous musical figures buried in the cemetery, it is worth mentioning Berjich Smetana, Antonin Dvorak, Zdenek Fiebig. Ema Destinnova, Jan Kubelik and Rafael Kubelik were buried in the monumental tomb of Slavin.

Music museums

Czech Museum of Music, Karmelitská 2, Prague 1, www.nm.cz
The former Church of St. Mary Magdalene houses a collection of more than 400 historical musical instruments, including a piano rumored to have been played by Mozart himself.

Antonin Dvořák Museum, Ke Karlovu 20, Prague 2, www.nm.cz
In the baroque summer palace of the museum there is a permanent exhibition of documents telling about the life and work of the famous composer.

Berdjich Smetana Museum, Novotného lávka 1, Prague 1, www.nm.cz
This building once served as a water tower, but today it houses a museum telling the story of the life and work of the Czech composer Smetana.

Prague Conservatory, Na Rejdišti 1, Prague 1,