The kids had a race to see who could get down the fastest.

This statue is one of several on the Charles Bridge.  You can see the hot air balloon in the background.  It was supposed to be good luck to rub the statue; we lined up to get our chance to touch it.

After  the tour and lunch, we arrive at the Saint Simon and Jude Cathedral near the Old Town Square.  Time to unload the instruments for the final dress rehearsal and concert.

We were all initially thrown off by the acoustics in this cathedral.  As we were positioned within the interior of the dome near the altar, the sound reverberated against all of the stone surfaces and echoed back at us.  It sounded like we were playing in a tile bathroom.  Once the church was filled with people for the concert, the acoustics were perfect.  Nothing like an audience to dampen the sound!

It was amazing how professional the kids were throughout the tour.  Although we were all exhausted on this last day, they remained focused and attentive.  With each rehearsal and performance, they demonstrated quality musicianship and professionalism.

Mozart and Hayden both played on this organ regularly in concerts.

Christopher performing the Marcello Oboe Concerto in C Minor in our final concert in Prague.  He received thunderous applause and 4 curtain calls!