17th International Music Festival starts in Český Krumlov

Friday saw the opening of the 17th International Music Festival taking place in and around the South Bohemian town of Český Krumlov. The festival opened with performances by the Prague Chamber Philharmonic and soloists from Metropolitan Opera New York. For the next six weeks, until August 23, visitors will be able to attend a total of 26 concerts with renowned artists such as American trumpeter Bobby Shew, Israeli clarinettist Sharon Kamm as well as the Oscar winning duo Markéta Irglová and Glen Hansard.