The organist Josef Kratochvíl performed in Israel
27.02.2025 / 11:47 | Aktualizováno: 03.03.2025 / 09:34
Organ recitals by talented Czech organist Josef Kratochvíl took place in Haifa, Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. The program featured works by Czech and Jewish composers.
The recitals were held on the occasion of commemorating the legacy of the Czech diplomat Josef Vochoč, who during his diplomatic mission in Marseille in World War II. helped save thousands of Jews from certain death in concentration camps. In January 2025 we marked the 40th anniversary from his passing.
Music became a bridge between the past and the present, a symbol of memories and hope. Among the guests were prominent figures from the cultural and expatriate community.