Camille Saint-Saëns: The Carnival of the Animals

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Performers: - Libuše and Radim Pančochovi – piano duo - Janáček Quartet The October concert will bring lightness, humor, and extraordinary instrumental virtuosity. The legendary "zoological fantasy" by French composer Camille Saint-Saëns, The Carnival of the Animals, will be presented in a unique, chamber-style version. The pleasant foyer of the Pasáž Theatre will transform into an elegant chamber salon for this evening. Piano virtuosos Libuše and Radim Pančochovi, along with the world-renowned Janáček Quartet, will showcase Saint-Saëns' score full of humor, musical parodies, and playful imitations of animal sounds. Listeners can look forward to the famous, lyrical Swan, the march of the lions, the clumsy dance of the elephants, and the lightning virtuosity of the wild donkeys. The concert is an ideal opportunity for younger audiences and families with children who seek immediate contact with top-notch classical music.