Bohuslav Matoušek's International Master Violin Course and his Distinguished Students

Courses run on the days 14. - 21. 8. 2026. The boarding fee is The courses take place on 14. - 21. 8. 2026.. The course fee is 13 000 (Czech crowns) or 540 €. It includes 4 individual lessons, accommodation for 7 nights with breakfast and free attendance to the concerts and masterclasses. On Friday, August 14, the opening benefit concert "For the Castle" will take place, featuring soloists Bohuslav Matoušek, Patrik Sedlář and other former graduates accompanied by and other former graduates from the chamber orchestra Musica Minore. The final concert of the students will take place on Thursday, August 20, 2026. Furthermore, during the courses, a masterclass by the outstanding violinist and soloist, concertmaster of the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra Jan Mráček, will take place on Monday, August 17th.. It includes 4 individual lessons, 7 nights' accommodation with breakfast, as well as participation in concerts and seminars.

The opening benefit concert will take place on Friday, August 14th. ,For the castle', featuring soloists Bohuslav Matoušek with Patrik Sedlář and other former graduates, accompanied by the chamber orchestra Musica Minore.

The final student concert will take place on Thursday 20th August 2026. Furthermore, a masterclass by the outstanding violinist and soloist, concertmaster of the Czech Philharmonic Jan Mráček, will be held during the courses on Monday 17th August.

You can find out more about course instructors Bohuslav Matoušek and Patrik Sedlář on his website:

The interpretation academy is proud to be held under a patronage of Mr. Constantin Kinský, owner of the castle Žďár nad Sázavou. The magnificent and inspirational premises of the castle will be available for the individual lessons and practice hours, too.

Here you can find more information about the castle Žďár nad Sázavou:

We are looking forward to experiencing beautiful music together in the wonderful city of Žďár nad Sázavou!