Jethro Tull will whiz and whistle at Slavkov castle

by Michal Kašpárek on July 14, 2009

Multi-instrumentalist Ian Anderson have been leading the band since its founding in 1967. (Source: Wikipedia)

Multi-instrumentalist Ian Anderson have been leading the band since its founding in 1967. (Source: Wikipedia)

One of the greatest prog rock bands, Jethro Tull, will perform at a castle in Slavkov (a town located 15 km east of Brno) on Saturday, August 29.

Jethro Tull have sold more than 60 million albums worldwide. They are popular for mixing rock and folk with classical and ethnic music. Jethro Tull are recognized as one of the bands that have created proggresive rock and art rock. The group has an unique sound thank’s to Ian Anderson’s flute, used in many songs.

The concert starts at 7 p.m. Tickets cost CZK 590 (€23 – that’s a great price!).

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Accommodation with the best value for money in the town, recommended by Brno Now readers:

For backpackers: Hostel Mitte

Hostel Mitte

  • Located in the historical centre, 5 minutes from main station
  • New and clean hostel (est. 2011) in a cool medieval building, free Wi-Fi and a tiny café serving excellent coffee
  • Beds from €20
  • Alternatives: Hostel Fléda, Iberica

The convenient choice: VV Hotel

Hotel VV

  • Well rated by families with young children
  • Sauna, whirlpool and free parking
  • In walking distance (300 m) to main station, Petrov cathedral and the historical centre
  • Next to the largest downtown shopping mall, Vaňkovka
  • Single room: €49, double room: €64
  • Alternatives: U Šuláka, Pension na Dvořákově

The luxurious choice: Barceló (a.k.a. Comsa Palace)

Hotel Barceló

  • Beautifully restored historical building
  • Right next to the catedral & town's nicest park
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  • Single bed: €96+, double room: €209+
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