Performer: Lukáš Vasilek

Conducted by Sakari Oramo, the Czech Philharmonic turn in a brilliant performance of Mahler's Resurrection Symphony that lights all the old revolutionary fires.

Under the baton of Semyon Bychkov, the Czech Philharmonic and a sprawling supporting cast lead listeners up a stairway to heaven. 

With Jakub Hrůša on the podium and Leif Ove Andsnes at the keyboard, the orchestra offer glowing treatment of a dark program. 

The Choirmaster of the Prague Philharmonic Choir talks about the vibrancy of Czech choral repertoire, his love of Janáček and Martinů, and the choir’s upcoming performances around the world.