Leoš Janáček is the most performed Czech opera composer in the world
The 1854-born Czech composer is best known for his seminal operas Jenůfa, The Makropulos Affair, and From the House of the Dead.
PHOTO GALLERY: From heavy metal to hockey glory, a spectacular weekend for Prague
See photos from three major events taking place across Prague this weekend, including a celebratory concert of 200 years of Bedřich Smetana.
Prague's National Theatre to host free birthday party for 'father of Czech music'
Seating, refreshements, and a lineup of activities are planned for Saturday as the National Theatre live streams its gala Smetana tribute in the piazetta.
Today's Google doodle honors Dvořák and New World Symphony anniversary
On Sept. 8, 1893, Czech composer Antonín Dvořák debuted his most iconic piece at Carnegie Hall to 'thunderous applause.' It was also his birthday.
Czech Republic to celebrate 200 years of Bedřich Smetana in 2024
Events across the country will mark the 200 years since the birth of the celebrated composer, regarded as the father of Czech music.
First he takes Berklee: Support Czech cimbalom player in his journey to prestigious U.S. music school
The first Czech cimbalom player to study in the U.S. wants to further push the boundaries of the unconventional instrument.
WEEKLY QUIZ: How well do you know your Czech composers?
As the annual Prague Spring festival opens, test your knowledge of Czech classical music.
OVERVIEW: Concert, festival, and comedy line up for Prague in 2023
This year at Prague's concert venues you can catch everything from current pop stars to classic rock to spoken word.
Holiday culture tips for Prague: Angelic art, a new 'Nutcracker,' and Christmas concerts
Catch a restaging of 'The Nutcracker,' traditional Czech advent concerts, and nativity scenes from around the world.
Czech culture this week: Sing along to Figaro or Karel Gott
Plus: kaleidoscopes, tomography, art installations, and Let the Right One In.
Acclaimed Czech conductor appointed director of London's Royal Opera House
Jakub Hrůša says he'll incorporate music from his homeland into the repertoire of his first season.
Fall concert roundup: All the big acts coming to Prague's top venues this autumn
From rappers 50 Cent and Kendrick Lamar to pop icons Sting and The Cure this season's concert lineup has top talent and big sounds.
This weekend in Prague: Celebrate the harvest at Letná and chow down on burgers in Výstaviště
Plus: Watch all eight Harry Potter films at Aero, hear the Concert for Europe on the Vltava, and see a free opera in Divoká Šárka.
Swedish curated music streaming service launches in Czechia
Unlike other streaming services, playlists on Melodies Music are compiled by actual music experts and not an algorithm.
We have a winner: See the future look of Prague’s Vltava Philharmonic Hall
Danish studio BIG has come up with a radical new modern addition to Prague’s waterfront and cultural scene.
On this day in 1787: Mozart conducts 'The Marriage of Figaro' in Prague
The Maestro is most remembered for the premiere of ‘Don Giovanni,’ but that was actually his second visit.
Prague’s 2022 event calendar is jammed with concerts and festivals
Imagine Dragons, Alicia Keys, Beck, and Nick Cave are among the concert highlights for this year.
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