Czech Philharmonic

The EMMA Concert Series presents the Czech Philharmonic, on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Lewis Auditorium.

Based in Prague, the orchestra first performed for the Prague National Theatre in 1896, under the direction of Antonin Dvorak. By 1901, the orchestra was independent and under the artistic direction of Ludvik Celansky. Their first phonograph recording was in 1929. The orchestra has won many awards through the years, including the Cannes Classical Awards, and was voted one of the top 20 best orchestras in the world in 2008. Semyon Bychkov is the current artistic director.

This orchestra has a rich tradition of performing music from Central Europe, particularly the works of Czech masters.

Admission: $40.00. Tickets are available online.

When: Sunday, January 19, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.

Where: Lewis Auditorium, 14 Granada Street, St. Augustine, Florida 32084

Parking: Free Parking will be available at the St. Johns County Council on Aging, 180 Marine Street, St. Augustine. A free shuttle service will take those attending the concert to and from the parking lot. Free parking will not be available at Flagler College's Lewis Auditorium.

About Emma Concert Association: The association's name honors Emil Maestre, a Spanish cellist who retired to St. Augustine. Founded in 1979, by several music lovers, EMMA's mission is to provide "quality music and dance performances at modest ticket prices." This non-profit volunteer organization strives to present music and dance performances at an affordable price. In addition, EMMA provides funds, equipment, and instruments to various school programs in St. Johns County.