The Prague Symphony Orchestra will inaugurate a major collaboration with its new Chief Conductor, Tomáš Netopil, for one of their first concerts together. At his side, the cellist Anastasia Kobekina, a rising star whose dazzling career is marked by her unique expressiveness. On the programme, two Dvořák masterpieces, the harvest of his journey to America: Symphony No. 9 “From the New World” and the Cello Concerto. Fascinated by tales about the native peoples, particularly The Song of Hiawatha by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, the composer weaves music impregnated with poetic exoticism into the symphony. Without actually quoting any indigenous melodies, he seizes upon their essence and incorporates it into a modern symphonic idiom. The symphony’s Largo, oozing with nostalgia, evokes that America of the imagination, while the Scherzo transcribes the vigour of Native American dances. The Cello Concerto, inspired by Victor Herbert, is a blend of American influences and European tradition. In this concert, Netopil and the orchestra pay tribute to Dvořák’s musical world, intensified by Kobekina’s sensitive virtuosity.
Symphonie n° 9 en mi mineur (Op. 95), « du Nouveau Monde »
14.10.2025 - Prague Symphony Orchestra ǀ T. Netopil ǀ A. Kobekina
A tribute to Dvořák’s musical universe, elevated by Kobekina’s sensitive virtuosity.
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Concert programme
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Concert programme
At each concert, Noda bcvs will be delighted to offer you a concert programme absolutely free, to give you a helping hand, so to speak. The opportunity to discover the careers of our guest artists and find out more about the works performed, as you sit undisturbed in your seat!
Keys to Listening
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Keys to Listening
Do you find classical music intimidating? You have questions about the works scheduled? You are very welcome, whatever your situation. One hour before each concert, come and attend our pre-concert lecture to share our keys to listening – in order to get even more out of the concert experience!