Czech Philharmonic, Thomas Adès

Thomas Adès conducts Sibelius, Elgar & his own Märchentänze at the Rudolfinum

Despite their having been contemporaries, there is no documentation of their having ever met, but Jean Sibelius and Edward Elgar come together at the Rudolfinum under the baton of conductor and Composer-in-Residence Thomas Adès, who will also introduce his own composition Märchentänze. Czech Philharmonic concertmaster Jiří Vodička will lend a helping hand.

Program:

• Jean Sibelius
  En Saga, symphonic poem, Op. 9
• Thomas Adès
  Märchentänze, version for violin and orchestra
• Edward Elgar
  Symphony No. 1 in A flat major, Op. 55

Performing:

Jiří Vodička - violin

Thomas Adès - conductor
Czech Philharmonic

Important: 

• Dress code: smart casual
• 20 min. intermission
• Please note that the price of the ticket includes a service fee of 10%

Sightseeing tours in Prague: find your favorite spot!

Rudolfinum - Dvořák Hall

Rudolfinum is the most famous concert building in Prague and the seat of the Czech Philharmonic

The main Dvořák Hall is considered as one of the most beautiful concert halls in Prague with excellent acoustics particularly suitable for symphonic and oratorial, as well as chamber music. There is also a magnificent organ in the Dvořák Hall. Festive atmosphere and great classical music and jazz concerts in Rudolfinum will not let you forget this exceptional venue.

How to get there:

• Accessibility by public transport:
  metro A (green line), Staroměstská stop
  tram - Staroměstská stop
• Nearest car parking:
  Parking Rudolfinum, Alšovo nábřeží 12, Prague 1

Please note:

Disabled entrance: on the left side entry door