The Best of Dvořák: New World Symphony & Cello Concerto in Smetana Hall (60 Musicians)

Experience the ultimate masterpieces of Antonín Dvořák in the magnificent Smetana Hall of the Municipal House.

This extraordinary concert presents Dvořák’s three most famous and beloved works in one evening, performed by a full symphony orchestra of 60 musicians.

You will experience the powerful and nostalgic Symphony No. 9 “From the New World” alongside the legendary Cello Concerto in B minor—widely regarded as the greatest cello concerto ever written. The evening is further enriched by the magical and deeply emotional aria “Song to the Moon” from the opera Rusalka, offering a rich and unforgettable musical journey.

Program

A. Dvořák - Symphony No. 9 in E minor "From the New World"
A. Dvořák - Concerto for Cello and Orchestra in B minor, Op. 104
C. M. von Weber - Der Freischütz (aria "Und ob die Wolke...")
G. Verdi - Simon Boccanegra (aria "Come in quest'ora bruna")
A. Dvořák - Rusalka (aria "Song to the Moon")

Performed by

North Czech Philharmonic (60 musicians)
Vicente Arino Pellicer - Conductor 
Dongyeol Lee - Cello
Baylee Kilgore - Soprano 

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.

Important Information

Duration: 120 minutes (including a 15-minute intermission)
Dress code: Casual
Discounts:
– Seniors over 65
– Students aged 11–26 with a valid student ID