About us

The Music Academy Telč (formerly the Franco-Czech Academy in Telč) was created in 1995 as a unique European musical project, bringing together the cultures of the Czech Republic and France.

The project was founded by the Municipality of Telč, the French Embassy and the French Institute in Prague. Since 2004, the Academy has been organized by the Česko-francouzská akademie Telč, o.p.s., established in 2003 by the Municipality of Telč.

The Academy offers international masterclasses led by renowned European musicians and is aimed at students of conservatories and universities of music from the Czech Republic, France, Slovakia and other countries. Besides teaching repertoire from all over the world, the classes focus on the music of Bohuslav Martinů who was born in the region. The Music Academy Telč is attended by more than fifty students annually from both European and non-European countries. During the course students give concerts together with their teachers in the concert halls of the Panský dvůr centre and the National Heritage Institute in Telč. The Academy’s masterclasses are designed both to develop solo performance skills and to extend students’ versatility through chamber music and orchestral playing.

The gala concert, given by faculty members, is one of the highlights of the Academy.

The Telč Aademy offers an exceptional musical experience in a calm and beautiful environment.

The historical town of Telč (population 5,200), a UNESCO World Heritage Site three hours south of Prague, is rich in architectural masterpieces and is surrounded by beautiful countryside offering a wealth of opportunities for leisure activities. The town is dominated by the 17th century Telč Castle, and is surrounded by water. Students can relax in the Castle’s ‚English‘ park, boat on the lake and enjoy the town’s many restaurants and bars.