Brno Philharmonic Orchestra

Brno


The Brno Philharmonic is the city's leading orchestra for classical music. It conducts some 40 concerts each year, plus tours around Czechia and Europe. It's particularly strong on Moravian-born, early-20th-century composer Leoš Janáček. Most performances are held at Besední dům concert house. Buy tickets at the box office, located around the corner from the main entrance on Besední ul.


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