Prague Conservatory, Conservatory in Prague, Czech Republic
The Prague Conservatory is a music and theater school in the Old Town area offering training in composition, vocals, instruments, and performing arts. The institution operates across several buildings in central Prague where teachers and students work together daily.
The school was founded in 1808 following the models of European conservatories like Paris and Milan. By the early 1900s, it had become a major training center for Czech composers and musicians.
The school is woven into Prague's musical life, with its orchestras and theater groups regularly performing across the city. Visitors can experience the working artistic community that thrives within these walls throughout the year.
The main buildings are located in the central Old Town and are easily accessible by public transportation. Visitors should check ahead for upcoming concerts and performances as these offer the best way to experience the school in action.
The renowned composer Antonín Dvořák taught composition here and served as the school's director in the early 1900s. His students like Josef Suk went on to become influential artists themselves, spreading the school's legacy far beyond Prague.
Location: Old Town
Inception: 1808
Industry: creative industries
Website: https://prazskakonzervator.cz
GPS coordinates: 50.09056,14.41583
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:20
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