Prague Concert Life, 1850-1881

Event title:

Torchlit parade accompanying departure of the Assembly Deputy Dr Ernst Mayer to Prachatice

Venue: Prague streets (Prague streets)

Event type: State or civil events

Date: 08/01/1863 pm

Season: Carnival

Programme unspecified:

General participants:

Commentary:

Prager Morgenpost 9/1/1863 reported: ‘Serenade. The Assembly Deputy Dr Ernst Mayer was on the evening of his departure for Prachatice was serenaded with a torchlit procession, in which contributed military music [Schützenmusik] and Liedertafel.’ No further details about the occasion. its musical content, or specific participants, was given by this source. The event presumably took place on 8th January. 


Summary of sources:

Prager Morgenpost (09/01/1863)