A river cruise in Budapest is an unmatched sightseeing experience, the two sides of the city, the flat Pest and the hilly Buda both have most of their amazing attractions right next to the river.
Explore a whole new, enchanting side of Hungary with the magnificent Organ Concert at the largest church in Budapest, the St. Stephen’s Basilica!
What to expect
The 100 year-old church,one of the most important icons of Budapest gives home to this grandiose series that will sure to move you if you consider yourself a fan of the classics.
Indulge in a 70 minute performance by celebrated Hungarian organ artist Miklós Telekiand his small ensemble of an award winning opera singer Kolos Kovátsanda talented flute artist from the Danube Symphonic Orchestra Eleonora Krusic.As the music calmly flow through the majestic gold-plated interior of the St. Stephen’s Basilica taking advantage of its unmatched acoustics, your shivers will tell you instantly that you are in the right place at the right time.
The basilica, named after the first king and state founder of Hungary, is the largest building of Budapest, a holy sanctuary in which a concert experience takes on a whole new, spiritual meaning. Take part in this grand and intimate performance and enjoy music from the greatest Hungarian and international composers such as Liszt, Vivaldi and Bach presented by three amazing local artists on a truly authentic Hungarian evening.
The sublime combination of sights and sounds will guaranteed to take your breath away and leave you with an impact not soon forgotten.
Take on a musical journey through Hungary’s history and culture to discover a lesser known face of Budapest!
PROGRAM
Antonio Vivaldi(1678-1741) -Johann Sebastian Bach(1685-1750): Concerto in D minor BWV 596 (Allegro, Adagio, Allegro)
Tomaso Albinoni(1671-1751): Adagio
Alessandro Stradella(1639-1682): Pietá Signore
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart(1756-1791): Andante in C major K 315
Franz Schubert(1797-1828): Ave Maria
Liszt Ferenc(1811-1866): Fantasy & Fugue on the Theme B-A-C-H
Georges Bizet(1838-1875): Agnus Dei
Johann Sebastian Bach: Minuet and Badinerie from suite in B minor BWV 1067
Johann Sebastian Bach: Toccata and Fugue in D minor BWV 565