Prague Concert Life, 1850-1881

Event title:

Music production [Musik-Production] given by Karl Komsak's [Komzák] String Orchestra

Venue: Restaurant on the Bastion by the Station

Event type: Popular social musical and dance events

Date: 10/10/1858 4pm

Programme unspecified:

General participants:
  • String Orchestra of Komzák: participating orchestra
  • KOMZÁK, Karel: director of ensemble

Commentary:

The Prager Morgenpost 10/10/1858 advertisement related that this event marked the ‘opening of the winter-location of the Restaurant by the Station on the Bastion.’ The participation of Komsak [Komzák] himself to personally direct his orchestra was noted. The event commenced at 4pm and admission cost 6kr. On this same day Komzák’s various ensembles performed at events being held at three other Prague venues.


Summary of sources:

Prager Morgenpost (10/10/1858)