Programme

Every major festival needs more than just funding—it requires an attractive programme, a loyal audience, and a resident orchestra. From the very beginning, there was no question that this role at the Dvořák Prague Festival would belong to the Czech Philharmonic. After all, it was Antonín Dvořák himself who conducted the orchestra’s very first concert in 1896. This historic moment took place in Rudolfinum, where the festival’s main events are still held today, keeping the tradition of Czech music alive at every turn. The Czech Philharmonic’s concerts have been an integral part of the festival since its inception. More than just a link to history, they connect the festival with Prague’s vibrant musical life and demonstrate that today, this leading Czech orchestra stands shoulder to shoulder with the world’s finest ensembles. This year, the Czech Philharmonic takes centre stage for two festival evenings. Under the baton of Robin Ticciati, with Vilde Frang as soloist, the orchestra will perform Schumann’s Violin Concerto, followed by Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique. The second evening will feature Leonidas Kavakos, who takes on the dual role of conductor and soloist in Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 3, concluding with Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 6.