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Bratislava Music Festival: The Epic of Gilgamesh

Slovak Philharmonic

Our tribute to Robert and Clara Schumann culminates in a concert featuring works by both spouses. Clara Wieck-Schumann was a pioneering pianist—one of the first to perform from memory—and a gifted composer, balancing her artistry with raising eight children. Robert, an accomplished composer, writer, and pianist, damaged his hands through obsessive technical practice.

From the opening notes of Clara’s Piano Concerto, the deep connection between them is unmistakable—a bond unmatched in the 19th century. Robert’s Cello Concerto, no less moving and contemplative, seems to call out Clara’s name in the final movement’s intervals, according to cellist Mischa Maisky. This music unfolds like a personal film, with the cello’s lyrical voice and the orchestra’s rich palette painting vivid scenes.

Dvořákova Praha: A Tribute to the Schumanns & Gilgamesh

Dvořák Hall Rudolfinum

In the history of the Czech Philharmonic, few compositions have left as deep a mark as Honegger’s oratorio Joan of Arc at the Stake. In 1970, Ivan Medek, then the orchestra’s dramaturge, programmed the oratorio to commemorate Jan Palach’s self-immolation. This difficult but powerful work will be led by Lukáš Vasilek, Artistic Director of the Prague Philharmonic Choir.

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Czech Philharmonic • Lukáš Vasilek

Rudolfinum

From Chapter 16 of the Book of Judges, this Biblical drama of seduction and betrayal comes to life in a lavish grand opera. Samson, the leader of the Israelites, can be conquered by none – except the Philistine beauty Delilah – servant of the High Priest of Baal.

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Kyle van Schoonhoven

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Sep 23, 2025

Bratislava Music Festival: The Epic of Gilgamesh · Prague Philharmonia

Sep 20, 2025

Dvořákova Praha: A Tribute to the Schumanns & Gilgamesh · Prague Philharmonia

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Singer in The Epic of Gilgamesh by Martinů

Prague Philharmonia

Singer in The Epic of Gilgamesh, H 351 by Martinů

Prague Philharmonia

Porcus in Jeanne d'Arc au bûcher by Honegger

Czech Philharmonic

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