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The National Philharmonic of Ukraine

2 Volodymyrsky Descent, Kiev 01001 , Ukraine
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Ranked #19 of 222 attractions in Kiev
Type: Symphonies
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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Often referred to as the Kiev Philharmonic and the National Philharmonic, it was founded in the 19th century when cultural life in the city flourished. The hall itself was built on the European Square after a permit from the City Council was obtained in 1881. Throughout the years, it has hosted a substantial amount of Russian composers such as Sergei... More

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Kiev, Ukraine
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013

Excellent chamber orchestra in comfortable surroundings - very knowledgeable audience. Surprisingly small for a National venue in such a musical country but lovely and intimate nonetheless

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013

They play in an old and nice building close to the city center (different from the Opera House ...). You cannot buy tickets by internet (os at least I did not discover how ...) and you have to go and buy them to the ticket booth at the premises. Concert (flute + piano) was outstanding. Get there if you like... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 December 2012

This old merchant's exchange was transformed into a symphony hall. In addition to its charming interior... and you should definitely try to finagle a view of some of the reception rooms with their colorful plasterwork... it's got surprisingly fine acoustics for chamber and choral music. I saw the most fantastic Carmina Burana here years ago... have never found a recording... More

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Roskilde, Denmark
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2012

Small church that's full also on Sundays. The view over the river is amazing but could be better when the repair guards a removed.

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Kyiv,, Ukraine
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2012

If you'd like to plunge into good chanber music, then look for a concert at the National Philharmonic. They have a nice variety of concerts each week for different tastes: string, wind bands, guitars, piano etc. Tickets can be bought in the ticket office situated in the Philhamonic's basement. Prices are cheap, usually 40-90 hryvnas (=4-9 Euro)

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 August 2012

well, be careful what ou pick up for a visit. was there twice. piano concert was amazing. the other one with singing no so much.

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Candolim, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2012

very good performances, nice building and amazing ambiance. It worth to spend a pleasant evening being around

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 June 2012

Superb performance in the FanZone in Kiev during EURO 2012

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012

We lucked out as there was an excellent performance of the Kiev Philharmonic our last night in Kiev. Buying the tickets ahead of time was easy due to the proximity of our lodging.

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