Beethoven was a great inspiration to Schubert, and although both men were Viennese, they probably never met. We're in luck tonight: they'll both be with us. Beethoven's septet will put us in a good mood that will last until the end of the work. Even Schubert and his octet will not shake us out of this sweet balance.

Beethoven & Schubert

Church of Saints Simon and Jude

The world of Baroque music will be brought to life in the Suk Hall by Czech Philharmonic bassoonist Martin Petrák and Ensemble Haydn. Their programme centres on the trio sonata—one of the era’s key forms—and includes both German and Czech compositions. A particular highlight will be Jan Dismas Zelenka’s masterful sonatas for woodwinds and continuo.

Martin Petrák

Events

Past events

Apr 14, 2026

Beethoven & Schubert · Prague Symphony Orchestra

Mar 17, 2026

Czech Chamber Music Society • Haydn Ensemble · Czech Philharmonic

Future and recently performed repertoire

Bassoon in Octet by Schubert

Prague Symphony Orchestra

Bassoon in Septet by Beethoven

Prague Symphony Orchestra

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