Composer and conductor Gustav Mahler: Searching for the meaning of life

Gustav Mahler was taught by musicians in Jihlava and developed a deep sensitivity to the musical culture of the region, which later found its way into his work, alongside elements of Jewish folk music. He was a phenomenal conductor and is considered one of the greatest composers of symphonic music of all time.

Authors: Lukáš Hurník , Antoan Pepelanov

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Musical geniuses on Czech soil

Musical geniuses on Czech soil

The Czech lands, the ‘conservatoire of Europe’, drew great musicians to towns like Prague and Mariánské Lázně. Lukáš Hurník guides you to their places of inspiration.
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