Masterclass – Ensemble Modern
30 May 2026, 4:00 PM
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How much does a ticket cost?
- single entrance fee 200 CZK
- active participation in the masterclass is free of charge
Music school students interested in taking part may register via the email address masterclass@festival.cz not later than 31 March 2026. Active participation at the masterclass is free of charge.
For all Prague Offspring events, you can purchase a discounted Prague Offspring season ticket for 1 100 CZK.
Programme is a part of the Prague Spring festival.
Multifunctional hall DOX+
Poupětova 3, Praha 7
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How can one get the most from the instrument when performing contemporary music? Explore new performance techniques with members of Ensemble Modern as part of Prague Offspring. In 2026 we invite participants in the following disciplines: oboe, clarinet, French horn, trumpet, trombone, violin, viola, cello.
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