On May 25, the Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra gave a sold-out concert in the Golden Hall of the Musikverein in Vienna, delivering an unforgettable musical experience to the audience. Artistic director and cellist István Várdai’s solo was the same piece he previously performed on the show Virtuózok — a performance that won the hearts of both the jury and viewers on screen. Now, many years later, he captivated the live audience with his soul-stirring interpretation. His deeply emotional playing, combined with the orchestra’s refined ensemble, moved the audience so profoundly that part of the crowd gave a standing ovation at the concert’s conclusion, acknowledging the exceptional artistry. The program featured Dvořák’s Cello Concerto in B minor and Brahms’ monumental Symphony No. 2 in D major, perfectly matching the unique atmosphere of one of the world’s most prestigious concert halls. With this performance, the Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra once again confirmed its international prestige and musical versatility.
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On May 29, as a guest of the 47th Timișoara International Music Festival, the Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra performed in the grand hall of the Banatul Philharmonic. Their program best reflected the orchestra’s musical diversity and rich repertoire. The selected works—by B. Marcello, Dvořák, Bartók, Liszt–Wolf Péter, and Weiner—were fitting choices, performed with a sense of ownership that demonstrated the highest level of the orchestra’s artistic achievement. The audience repeatedly applauded the orchestra’s dynamic and sophisticated performance, making the concert a deeply impactful experience on both professional and emotional levels. This appearance further affirmed the Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra’s well-deserved reputation as an outstanding representative of Hungarian chamber music, both domestically and internationally.
