Christmas Organ Concert with Brass

Festive Christmas music, Bach, Corelli, Charpentier and Czech and international Christmas carols performed by Prague Brass Ensemble with the large pipe organ in the unique acoustics of St. Nicholas Church on the Old Town Square.

Programme

M.-A. CHARPENTIER

Te Deum – Prelude

J. S. BACH

Prelude and Fugue in D Major, BWV 532

A. CORELLI

Pastorale from Christmas Concerto

A. MICHNA

Christmas Music

CZECH AND WORLD CHRISTMAS CAROLS

Performers

PRAGUE BRASS ENSEMBLE on authentic instruments

František Bílek — trumpet solo trumpeter of the State Opera

Arnold Kinkal — trumpet member of the Czech Radio Symphony Orchestra

Jiří Lisý — french horn member of the Czech Radio Symphony Orchestra

Jan Votava — tenor trombone solo trombonist of the National Theatre

Karel Kučera — bass trombone member of the Czech Philharmonic

JAN KALFUS — organ professor of Prague Conservatory

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Venue

Church of St Nicholas
Old Town Sq. 1101, Prague 1
Coordinates: 50.0879273, 14.4199135

Please note that Prague has several churches named St Nicholas.
Check the map carefully.

Information

Concert length: 60 minutes.
Admission begins 30 minutes before the performance.
Open seating (no seat numbers).
Complimentary programme included.
Frequently asked questions

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Christmas organ concert in a church

Five professional musicians of Prague Brass Ensemble combine the bright, festive sound of brass instruments with the majestic pipe organ of St. Nicholas Church on the Old Town Square. The members of the ensemble perform in leading Czech orchestras and music institutions.

The Christmas programme opens with the famous Prelude from Charpentier’s Te Deum. You will also hear Bach’s Prelude and Fugue in D Major, Corelli’s Pastorale from Christmas Concerto and Czech Christmas music by Adam Michna of Otradovice.

The final part of the concert is dedicated to Czech and international Christmas carols. The festive sound of brass, organ and well-known Christmas melodies, with the illuminated wooden nativity scene in the background, creates a strong Christmas atmosphere in the Baroque church.

Christmas organ concert in a church

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A special sound experience

Part of the concert takes place high above the audience on the main organ balcony beside the large pipe organ. The sound of the organ and brass instruments rises into the dome and fills the whole Baroque interior.

During the concert, the musicians also move downstairs and perform directly in front of the audience. You can watch the trumpets, french horn and trombones closely and hear their clearer, more direct sound.

Thanks to the exceptional acoustics and unique design of the church, the same instruments sound different in different parts of the space. At Christmas, the festive atmosphere is completed by Christmas decorations and the nativity scene, which you can see up close before and after the concert.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What makes this concert special?

Prague Brass Ensemble consists of five professional musicians. The festive sound of trumpets, french horn and trombones alternates with the majestic pipe organ, and thanks to the exceptional acoustics of the church, the music sounds different from different parts of the space. At Christmas, the atmosphere is made even more special by Christmas decorations and the nativity scene.

What will I see and hear during the concert?

You will hear festive brass music, the large pipe organ, Bach, Corelli, Charpentier, Czech and international Christmas music and famous carols. Part of the programme is performed from the main organ balcony and part directly in front of the audience, so you can hear how the sound changes inside the church. Before and after the concert, you can also see the Christmas nativity scene up close.

Who is this concert suitable for?

For Czech and international visitors to Prague who enjoy the powerful sound of brass instruments, organ music and Christmas music. It is also a good choice for anyone looking for a Christmas concert in a historic church after a walk through Prague or a visit to the Christmas markets, where they can relax and enjoy the Christmas atmosphere.

Is it safe to buy tickets online?

Yes. You buy tickets securely and directly from the organiser, without third-party sellers. Once your payment is received, your ticket will be sent by email. Your ticket also helps fund the care and operation of this Prague landmark.

Do I need to print my tickets?

A printed ticket makes entry faster, but it is not necessary. You can also show your ticket on your mobile phone.

How long does the concert last?

The concert lasts 60 minutes and has no intermission.

How do I choose my seat?

Seats are not numbered. Guests choose their seats when they arrive, depending on current availability. The church opens 30 minutes before the concert starts, so we recommend coming early.