Dvořák Symphony No. 8 “The English” in Smetana Hall - 60 Musicians

Sat, Sep 19 2026, 20:00
Municipal House (Obecní dům), Smetana hall
Seating plan Assigned seating
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Experience Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8 “The English” in the magnificent Smetana Hall of the Municipal House.

Full of warmth, lyricism, and Bohemian charm, this symphony offers a more joyful and pastoral side of Dvořák’s music. The evening is enriched by Mendelssohn’s elegant Violin Concerto and Khachaturian’s powerful Cello Concerto, creating a dynamic and diverse musical experience.

Enjoy an unforgettable concert performed by a full orchestra of 60 musicians in one of Prague’s most beautiful concert halls.

Program
A. Dvořák | Symphony No. 8 in G major „English“
F. Mendelssohn-Bartholdy | Concerto for violin and orchestra op. 64
A. Khachaturian | Cello concerto in E minor

Performed by
North Czech Philharmonic – 60 musicians on stage
Paolo Blancalana - conductor
Hyunjae Lim - violin
Winner of the International competition of A. Khachaturian 2026 - cello

The North Czech Philharmonic is an internationally recognized orchestra with a tradition dating back to 1838. It regularly performs in major European cultural centres, including Munich, Berlin, Paris, Madrid, and Vienna.

Note
Duration: 120 minutes (including a 15-minute intermission)
Dress code: Casual
Senior discount: 65+
Student discount: Ages 11–26 with a valid student ID