6th International Festival of Shanty Choirs
Prague, 14. – 17.5.2015
5th International Festival of Shanty Choirs SHANTYFEST was held in Prague in June 2013 and it was again a big success. Prague citizens and its visitors had the opportunity to listen and to enjoy beautiful shanty songs at the most attractive places in the heart of Prague - Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square and Wallenstein garden……. Not only the historical setting but also the Vltava river - the theme of many famous songs - created the unique atmosphere of the shanty festival. The audience was charmed by colourful display of costumes, and especially by the excellent performance of shanty participants.
Shantyfest 2013 has become one of Prague´s popular music event! So come and join us at our sixth course of SHANTYFEST 2015, which will take place from June 15th to 17th May 2015 !!! The festival is held under the patronage of the 1st vice-chairman of the Senate of the Czech Parliament Mr. Přemysl Sobotka.
We would like to welcome you in Prague !
Bedrich Plechac
director of Bohemia Festivals
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14.5. 2015 / Thursday |
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Arrival to your hotel, check-in |
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17.00 |
Meeting of representatives of groups with the representatives of the city Prague |
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15.5. 2014 / Friday |
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9.00 |
Outdoor half-day city tour Prague Castle with guide |
12.00 |
Joint lunch in restaurant close by Prague Castle |
14.00 - 18.00 |
Opening joint concert in the Wallenstein Garden |
Evening |
optional - theatre performance, folklore evening, beer evening |
16.5. 2014 / Saturday |
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9.30 - 16.30 |
Concerts in Prague historical centre: Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square, Kampa, Prague Islands |
17.30 - 21.30 |
Festive party with dinner and entertainment |
We can prepare extra programme (trips out of Prague, extra performances in senior residences, etc.) for those choirs who would like to extend their staying in Prague.
