5th International Festival of Shanty Choirs
Prague, 7. – 10.6. 2012
4th International Festival of Shanty Choirs SHANTYFEST 2011 was held in Prague in June 2011 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 2011 has become one of Prague´s popular music event! So come and join us at our fifth course of SHANTYFEST 2012, which will take place from June 7th to June 10th 2012 !!! The festival is held under the patronage of the chairman of the Senate of the Czech Parliament.
We would like to welcome you in Prague !
We would like to welcome you in Prague !
7.6. 2012 / Thursday |
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Arrival to your hotel, check-in |
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19.00 |
Meeting of representatives of groups and organiser and representatives of the
Vltavan group in the museum of rafting in Prague Podskalí |
8.6. 2012 / Friday |
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9.00 |
Outdoor half-day city tour with guide : walking through Strahov Monastery, Loreta and Prague Castle |
12.00 |
Joint lunch in restaurant close by Prague Castle |
14.00 - 18.00 |
Opening joint concerts at Wallenstein Garden |
Evening |
optional - theatre performance, folklore evening, beer evening, Vltava river ship cruise with dinner..... |
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9.6. 2012 / Saturday |
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9.30 - 16.00 |
Concerts in Prague historical centre: Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square |
16.30 |
Leaving by boats from the port towards natural entertainment complex on the banks of the River Vltava, where Garden Party will be ready for you |
17.30 - 21.30 |
Garden party with barbecue 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.
