Organ concert in the Basilica

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The neo-classical St. Stephen’s Basilica stands as Hungary's most notable church and a major tourist attraction, ranking as the third highest building in the country. The concert scheduled in this stunning venue features adaptations by Miklos Teleki, renowned as one of Hungary's finest organists. The arias will be sung by Kolos Kováts, an acclaimed concert and oratorio vocalist recognized as one of Hungary's top artists. This performance lasts 70 minutes with no intermission.

Kolos Kováts, the singer for the program, is celebrated for his impressive contributions to the concert and oratorio scene in Hungary and has been honored with prestigious awards including the Liszt Ferenc Prize, the Merit of Art, and the Kossuth Prize.

Additionally, the concert features flute performances by Eleonóra Krusic, a musician who has played with numerous orchestras both in Hungary and internationally over the years.

Featured Program:

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Fantasie in F minor K 506
Alessandro Stradella: Pietà Signore
Tomaso Albinoni: Adagio
Liszt Ferenc - Camille Saint-Saëns: Legend in A major (St. Francis of Assisi's Sermon to the Birds)
Giuseppe Verdi: Prayer of Fiesco from opera Simone Boccanegra
Johann Sebastian Bach: Polonaise, Minuet and Badinerie from Suite in B minor BWV 1067
Johann Sebastian Bach: Toccata and Fugue in D minor BWV 565

Please note that reservations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis within each category.

Meeting Point:

Budapest, St. Stephen’s Basilica, Szent István Square 1, 1051 Hungary

Meeting Time:

19:30

There is an exclusive VIP option that includes prime seating at the concert along with a captivating guided tour revealing lesser-known facts and intriguing legends related to the basilica's architecture.

During this 45-minute guided tour, participants will explore the historical building, ascend to the dome for breathtaking city views — all without the presence of other visitors after hours! Following the panoramic terrace visit, one will have an opportunity to see the chapel housing Hungary’s most revered artifact, St. Stephen’s mummified right hand, known as the Holy Right Hand (Szent Jobb).
Concluding the tour, attendees will stroll through the main aisle of the church, admiring its architectural details, sculptural works, glass mosaics, and much more.

VIP Category Includes: