Dominik Josef Škroup

Czech Composer and Pianist

Dominik Josef Škroup (1801–1862) was a Czech composer, pianist, and conductor. He is best known for his contributions to Czech musical culture and for composing the music for the song "Kde domov můj" (Where is my home?), which later became the national anthem of the Czech Republic. Škroup's career was marked by his work as a theater conductor in Prague, where he played a significant role in the city's musical life during the 19th century. He composed a variety of works, including operas, chamber music, and songs. His operas often drew upon national themes and folklore, reflecting the burgeoning sense of Czech nationalism at the time. Although Škroup was not as widely recognized internationally as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to Czech music have secured him an enduring place in the country's cultural history.