There was no schedule posted in English to be found for the festivities. While on our walk the night before we could hear a rehearsal. We figured it must be late afternoon. We picked correctly. We got out about the time the crowd was gathering. It was great to just walk out from our place without much planning, not knowing what to expect, eager to experience what we could.
A stage had been set up on the lower portion of the castle hill, with most of the people sitting on the grass looking down. It was not a natural amphitheater, with a few knolls and trees. Since it was a hot day, we sought out shade. We could hear, but not understand, the speeches. We joined polite applause on cue.
The music was lovely: symphony, chorus, costumed dancing troupe. The show of Slovak nationalism was evident with many flags.
My husband went out after twilight, but there were no fireworks.
I have just read a news article about the politics going on behind the scenes. One of the long speeches was given by the Prime Minister, who denied the Speaker of the Legislature a spot to speak. The PM criticized the President for not attending.
The next day a planned cabinet meeting was canceled. I guess some feelings were hurt.
I was so blissfully unaware. I liked the music.
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