Talent of Prague 5
Discover rising stars as they perform alongside a world-class professional orchestra.
Open to classical instrumentalists and musical theatre vocalists.
What is Talent of Prague 5?
It's your opportunity to shine! This competition celebrates young amateur musicians passionate about quality music. Top performers get the chance to showcase their skills with a renowned professional orchestra. We welcome classical instrumentalists and musical theatre singers.
Auditions for the 18th annual competition: November 22, 2024
Winners' Gala Concert: March 13, 2025, at the prestigious Bohuslav Martinů Hall, Academy of Performing Arts in Prague
Who can join?
Are you ready to showcase your musical prowess? You're eligible if:
- You're a student at a music school or with a private music teacher in Prague 5, 13, or 16.
- You live, study, or work in Prague 5, 13, or 16 - even if your music school or teacher is elsewhere.
- You're not from Prague 5, 13, or 16, but you're actively involved in local music groups.
- You want to team up! Duets or larger ensembles are welcome to perform pieces with orchestral accompaniment.
Age limit: 26 years (as of the audition date)
Note: Previous grand champions can return after a 3-year break.
Categories
Category I:
Contestants up to 15 years old
Category II:
Contestants from 15 to 26 years old
Category III:
Students of music conservatories, other higher vocational music schools, or university-level music schools in the special "Exceptional Talent" category.
How to apply
Complete the application form (parents, legal guardians, or music school directors can do this for you).
You can contact Ms. Kamila Uherková with questions - email: uherkova@prgphil.cz
Important Details:
- Each music school can enter up to four students (no limits on instruments or vocal categories; doesn't apply to choirs).
- Prepare your best:
- Instrumentalists: 1-2 movements from a concerto or concert pieces
- Vocalists: 1-2 arias
- Choirs: A piece with orchestral accompaniment
- Your chosen piece must fit our repertoire guidelines (see below).
Repertoire guidelines
Choose your piece wisely! Your selected composition should fit within the Prague Philharmonia's orchestra size:
- Strings: 8 first violins, 6 second violins, 5 violas, 4 cellos, 2 double basses
- Woodwinds: 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons
- Brass: 4 French horns, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone
- Percussion: Timpani
Performance Duration: Aim for 5-10 minutes (e.g., one movement of a concerto)
Special Consideration: The jury chairman may grant exceptions to these rules in special cases.
Results of the 17th Annual Competition
Category I
🥇 1st Prize - František Sládek (Oboe)
🥈 2nd Prize - Tadeáš Prokop (Violin)
🥉 3rd Prize - Matěj Mike Dvořák (Violin)
Category II
🥈 2nd Prize - Anna Nejedlá (Piano)
👏 Honorable Mention - Viktoria Kostina (Piano)
Category III
🏆 1st Prize & Grand Champion - William Jakub Gráf (Cello)
🥈 2nd Prize - Jakub Škarda (Clarinet)
🥉 3rd Prize - Denis Rakus (Bassoon)
Honorable Mentions in Category III:
👏 Lucie Zástěrová (Flute)
👏 Alena Mazáková (Piano)
👏 Ruben Konečný (Clarinet)
Members of the jury
- Prof. MgA. Leoš Svárovský - Conductor, Jury Chairman
- Ing. Štěpán Rattay - Prague 5 District Councilor for Culture
- Bc. Lukáš Herold - Representative of Prague 5 District
- PhDr. Marie Ulrichová-Hakenová - Member of the Cultural Commission, Prague 5 District
- PhDr. Ludvík Kašpárek - Musicologist
- Zuzana Bialasová - Founding Member of the First Violin Section, Prague Philharmonia
Laureates and Guests Concert 2024 (photos: © Ivan Malý)
