The Czech Philharmonic and the Rudolfinum have belonged together almost since the beginning. Already in 1896 they played their first concert here and together with the Czech Chamber Music Society, which is a part of the Philharmonic, they have resided here since 1946 until today.
The Symphonic Orchestra of the Czech Philharmonic rehearses and performs in Rudolfinum. The Dvořák's and Suk's halls are their home stages.
Apart from concerts, the Philharmonic also holds here 400 educational programmes for schools, teachers and even for a wide public every year.
In a modern TV studio the Philharmonic records and broadcasts their concerts. They create quality audio and video recordings for renowned publishing houses such as Pentatone.
As an administrator the Philharmonic takes care of daily maintenance, operation and development of the building. Not only do they look after the exterior but they even tend to a hundred rooms, kilometers of halls and all technology.
As one of the oldest music institutions, it was founded in 1894. In their repertoire you will find classical domestic and world compositions along with contemporary chamber music. They play 28 concerts a year in the Dvořák's and Suk's halls or in the Martinů hall in the Lichtenstein palace.
The gallery was founded in 1994 and it is a separate business unit of the CP. Each year it holds three to four exhibits focused on modern art while also organizing lectures, seminars, theatre performances and film screenings.
We offer conducted tours during which you will visit Dvořák's and Suk's halls, representative lounges and in case of good weather we will even bring you to the Rudolfinum terrace. There you can enjoy a beautiful view of Prague while getting a close look at 32 statues of world-known composers. You will learn interesting facts about the building from its history all the way to its current operation, getting space for your questions.
Read articles, which paint a picture of the building's history and tell you about the present state of Rudolfinum. We offer interesting and little-known information such as the story of the forgotten chain bridge, a description of how the Jan Palach square has changed over time, a recount of Václav Havel inaugurating an exhibit or facts about a brand new stage in Dvořák's hall.
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