In Polička
Polička
Palackého nám. 160, 572 01 Polička
www.policka.org
The town of Martinů’s birth looks after his legacy by supporting and promoting the cultural events connected with his name. The town actively partners with numerous projects, concerts and festivals that commemorate Martinů’s significance.
The Municipal Museum and Gallery and The Bohuslav Martinů Centre
Tylova 114, 572 01 Polička
www.muzeum-policka.cz
The Municipal Museum and Gallery and The Bohuslav Martinů Centre manage the extensive collections documenting the life and work of Bohuslav Martinů. They offer permanent exhibitions, thematic short-term exhibitions and the unique opportunity to visit composer’s birthplace located in the tower of St. James’ Church.
The Tyl House
Vrchlického 53, 572 01 Polička
www.tyluvdum.cz
This multi-purpose building serves as a theatre, a cinema and venue for a wide range of events, including theatre performances, concerts and festivals, as well as various social and educational events. Since 1997, the annual “Martinů Fest” has been held here every May.
The Bohuslav Martinů Art and Music School
Čsl. armády 347, 572 01 Polička
www.zusbmpolicka.cz
The school offers music, dance, art and drama education and is deeply interconnected with the town’s cultural life. For musicians aged 5-20, the school organises the nationwide competition “Mládí a Bohuslav Martinů” (Bohuslav Martinů and Youth), which supports young talent and promotes knowledge of Martinů’s work. Every year, the concert “Bohuslav Martinů a MY” (Bohuslav Martinů and US) is held to commemorate the composer’s birthday.
Náš Martinů (Our Martinů Association)
Luční 367, 572 01 Polička
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063573940587
Our Martinů Association enthusiastically revives the legacy of Bohuslav Martinů through concerts and social events. Its aim is to showcase the composer to the public in a lively and friendly atmosphere.
Bohuslav Martinů Male Voice Choir
https://www.mps-policka.cz/
The choir was established in 2018 thanks to the enthusiasm of local patriots. It performs works by Czech and international composers, including Bohuslav Martinů, as well as arrangements of folk songs and spirituals. The musical director, Oldřich Růžička, has 40 years of experience with solo and choral singing.
Outside Polička
Bohuslav Martinů Foundation, Prague
Bořanovická 14, 182 00 Praha 8
www.martinu.cz
The Bohuslav Martinů Foundation supports the research, promotion and publishing of Martinů’s work in the Czech Republic and abroad. It grants scholarships, co-operates with performers and institutions and works toward the permanent preservation of the composer’s legacy.
Bohuslav Martinů Institute, Prague
Bořanovická 14, 182 00 Praha 8
www.martinu.cz
The Bohuslav Martinů Institute focuses on scientific and popularisation activities, the documentation and research of Martinů’s life and work, and organises cultural events that bring the composer’s work to the public.
International Martinů Circle (IMC)
Bořanovická 14, 182 00 Praha 8
www.martinu.cz
The IMC expands the activities of the Bohuslav Martinů Foundation towards international performers, researchers and audiences. Its wide range of activities includes the exchange of information about the composer, support for and participation in conferences, colloquia and study programs, the promotion and inclusion of Martinů’s works in the concert repertoires worldwide and the publication of the magazine “Martinů Revue”, published in English.
Bohuslav Martinů Society
Bořanovická 14, 182 00 Praha 8
www.martinu.cz
Prague - Eva Štrausová +420 737 978 905
Brno - Jarmila Mráčková: +420 549 246 540
Zlín - Věra Obdržálková +420 725 667 009
Polička - Ellen Erbesová +420 776 389 763
The aim of the Bohuslav Martinů Society is to promote and support the composer’s legacy. The society organises concerts, lectures and exhibitions that present Martinů’s life and work to the general public. These activities help keep the composer’s name and his contribution to musical culture alive in the minds of audiences worldwide.
International Martinů Circle in Japan
Yukiko Sawa, IMC President
The IMC in Japan promotes Czech music in the country and organises concerts, exhibitions and lectures.
Schweizerische Martinu Gesellschaft (Bohuslav Martinů Society in Switzerland)
St. Jakobs-Strasse 17, CH-4052 Basel
www.martinu.ch
The Society supports concert and research activities in Switzerland, where the composer lived and worked in his final years. It promotes international contacts among performers, researchers and admirers of Martinů’s music.