Tcha Limberger learned Hungarian to play Hungarian music
One can indeed love Hungarian ‘nóta’ and authentic folk music at the same time – says multi-instrumentalist Tcha Limberger.
Müpa
A duel on organ: László Fassang and Sietze de Vries
As László Fassang believes, “the music that comes out of your listening ears can turn the audience into a spirited, vibrant community”.
Ripoff Raskolnikov and his band plays with root-rock star Dawn Brothers
Although Ripoff Raskolnikov Band and Dawn Brothers members have been long-time music acquaintances, this is their first joint concert.
Metropole Orkest: Arakatak – music of hope and joy
The Metropole Orkest, a vibrant, experimental and ever-renewing Dutch orchestra, will open the Bridging Europe Festival.
Irie Maffia goes back to the roots – interview with MC Columbo
We interviewed MC Columbo, one of the founders and bandleader of Irie Maffia, about the concert at the Müpa and many more.
Kings of Convenience: honest music about desire and love
The secret to the success of indie folk-pop duo Kings of Convenience is their unparalleled clarity of sound and unpretentious sentimentality.
Music in the making: how Tineke Postma prepares for Budapest
What I prefer is to be in the moment, to improvise, and to react to what the others are doing – says jazz saxophonist Tineke Postma.
Barbra Streisand inspired me in singing and acting – says Orsi Kozma
We spoke to singer Orsi Kozma about Barbra Streisand, the relationship between acting and singing, and how they are preparing for the evening.
Béla Szalóky: Duke Ellington explored and pushed the boundaries of jazz
Duke Ellington composed in a very unique, personal way – says Béla Szalóky about his hero, subject of the Echoes of Ellington concert.
A Grammy-awarded star on the phone: Kurt Elling and the SuperBlue
Kurt Elling recorded an exciting and experimental new album with three of his peers: Charlie Hunter, DJ Harrison, and Corey Fonville.
Transcendent experience of music: Alim Qasimov and Alireza Ghorbani
“To be a musician, you must have a true fire burning inside you” – says Alim Qasimov before his very first concert in Hungary.
Concert of inseparable Gotthard and Szebényi
Article: Győző Nagy Translation: Nóra Fehér Mihály Gotthard and Dani Szebényi are old “collaborators”. Ever since they met behind the…
Marc Albrecht on the trail of lost works by restless geniuses
Marc Albrecht explained to me why is it important yet sometimes difficult to find not so well known works from older times.
Kady Diarra and the Spirit of Burkina – a concert you shouldn’t miss!
What role did her origins play in her career, and what is the newest album like with which Kady Diarra is currently touring?
Yellowjackets celebrates its 40th anniversary with an amazing party
Yellowjackets has seen – and survived – many changes in style and members, and now they are back for another round anniversary.
Arturo Sandoval, a trumpeter with a vibrant personality
Arturo Sandoval’s life is rich in stories and notes. His music is just as vibrant as it was decades ago. Hear it for yourself!
Ramón Vargas – a tenor who sings for special needs children
Ramón Vargas, Mexican-born star tenor, has been active for more than 35 years. He will give two concerts in Hungary soon.
Sergei Krylov from Witches’ Sabbath to a naughty folk song
“Sergei Krylov is one of the five greatest violinists of our time”, wrote Mstislav Rostropovich about him.
Song of the Earth: Mahler’s wonderful message about eternity
The Song of the Earth was written in the most difficult period in Mahler’s life and is based on a collection of ancient Chinese poems.
Sleepless: gloomy yet beautiful Péter Eötvös opera in the Müpa
Péter Eötvös adapted Jon Fosse’s Trilogy. The story of precarious couple Alida and Asle is childishly innocent yet deeply sinful…
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