Classical Concert in St. Nicholas Church

Posted By : Martha_O
The musicians were very good--mezzo, oboist, and organist/pianist. However, we were expecting at least a chamber-sized ensemble that plays close to the original orchestration. Instead, we merely heard organ or oboe/piano versions originals.
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Posted On : 2024-05-23 12:24:42

Posted By : Robert_S
The organ music was excellent. The church had amazing architecture and acoustics. But from the photo advertising this concert, we were expecting at least a string quartet, and a choral group. So this was something of a disappointment. The three musicians (one vocalist) were excellent, but did most of their performance from behind the audience from the balcony. At the end they did move to the front of the church where we could see them, and sang a few recognizable songs in English. the most memorable being "think of Me" from "Phantom of the Opera." Again, the musicians were accomplished, but this was not what we were expecting.
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Posted On : 2024-04-10 17:43:24

Posted By : Cyrus_B
Not as expected. Wasn’t what the advert said about the experience. Not upto my expectations for sure.
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Posted On : 2024-04-04 17:55:06

Posted By : D7557JJmiker
The view of the church impressive, but unfortunately to hear the organist and the singer, you had to turn your head and even then you wouldn't be able to enjoy and see them. Don't get me wrong, it was beautiful the music, however it was only the last song that they came down and sang in front of us. It's a shame a little camera and projector couldn't be used for us to see them without either having to twist our necks or stare blankly in front of us at nothing.
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Posted On : 2024-02-04 11:31:47

Posted By : Joanne_T
The photo is misleading. There were only 3 performers. Much of the concert was performed behind the audience at the pipe organ. We saw 3 other church or synagogue concerts in Prague and they were all much better.
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Posted On : 2023-07-28 23:09:11

Posted By : John B
Fantastic experience and well worth while however a bit a introduction would have went a long way. The organist and solo singer spent 90% of the concert behind the audience in the upper section of the church. I get this due to the requirement to use the church organ and it wouldn’t have stopped me attending as the music was first class but a little intro to explain would have been much appreciated. Feels a bit weird looking forward when the action is behind you. Still very good performance in a fantastic setting!
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Posted On : 2023-07-03 13:51:28

Posted By : Karen534
This was not at all what we expected. There were 3 people playing instruments and a soloist. However they were all up above and behind us standing next to the pipe organist.. At one point the audience members in the front row turned around and sat on chairs so they could see the performers. The singer and 2 others finally came down to the front for the last 2 pieces
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Posted On : 2023-06-18 15:58:12

Posted By : LucindaB214
I attended a free afternoon concert at the church. It was excellent. Highly recommend. I had looked at purchasing a ticket for a concert here, but it didn’t work out. This was perfect. Friendly staff.
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Posted On : 2023-06-11 13:27:50

Posted By : ron_angeloni_hill
This was one of two concerts that we booked when we were in Prague. The setting in St Nicolas church gave the music a special atmosphere.

The players were from the Royal Czech orchestra and the soprano was from the National theatre so a great performance from them all.

They played pieces from Handel, Charpentier, Vivaldi, Bach and many others. Nothing too heavy so it appealed across the board.

A lovely way to spend an hour before going out for dinner!
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Posted On : 2023-06-10 12:24:55

Posted By : Denise_N
Beautiful concert.
Christmas carols around the world inside St Nicholas church in Prague’s old town during Christmas market … simply perfect!
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Posted On : 2022-12-08 17:45:41