The Janáček Philharmonic Orchestra (Janáčkova filharmonie Ostrava, JFO) is a Czech symphony orchestra based in Ostrava, tracing its roots to a radio orchestra founded in 1929 and formally established in its current form in 1971. With over a hundred musicians, it gives more than fifty home concerts a year and tours regularly across Europe, Asia and the Americas, having performed at venues such as the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Vienna Musikverein and Berlin Philharmonie. Its recordings for Linn Records, Supraphon and Challenge Classics have earned the BBC Music Magazine Award and the Diapason d'Or. From the 2026-27 season, Daniel Raiskin serves as chief conductor and artistic director.
JFO presented the program for the 73rd season (2026/27) with Daniel Raiskin as the first chief conductor and Alena Baeva as the resident soloist.
A new CD was released by Challenge Classics featuring a recording of Shostakovich's 6th and 9th symphonies, made during 2025.
JFO completed its historic first tour of Great Britain - seven concerts in Birmingham, Guildford, Bristol, Bradford, Cheltenham, Sheffield, and London.
The orchestra entered 2026 with three sold-out concerts in honor of David Stypka at the Ostrava Gong.
JFO announced the program for the 72nd season with the subtitle Metamorphosis and introduced the new resident soloist - cellist Johannes Moser.
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Popular Czech singer Vojtěch Dyk performs with the Janáček Philharmonic Ostrava in a concert blending pop hits with symphonic orchestration.
A Christmas recital by Martin Chodúr featuring piano, string quartet, and flute. The programme blends Czech and Slovak melodies with Christmas classics, pop, jazz, and gospel in original arrangements.
A Christmas concert by Vojtěch Dyk featuring symphonic arrangements of classical and original compositions. Special guest is Dutch singer Celinde Schoenmaker.
A Christmas recital by Martin Chodúr featuring piano, string quartet, and transverse flute. The programme blends Czech and Slovak melodies with Christmas classics, pop, jazz, and gospel in original arrangements.
New Year concert featuring Martin Chodúr, SuperStar winner, with piano, string quartet and flute accompaniment. Special guest: Pampeliška Children's Choir.
