Our musical journey takes us to the Czech Republic, where folk traditions, lively dances, beautiful landscapes, and national pride helped inspire a distinctive musical sound. Rick Steves explores the culture and history behind Czech music and discovers how composers drew inspiration from the people and places around them. 

This video is part of Symphony in a Suitcase, a free classroom curriculum from Rick Steves, CET Public Television, and the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra exploring music, history, and culture across Europe. Find the full curriculum, classroom activities, and more videos at https://www.ricksteves.com/symphony. Visit https://www.cetconnect.org/education for more free classroom resources from CET's education team.