Budapest Festival Orchestra

Orchestra

One of the finest orchestras playing today, the BFO is a much-loved institution in its home city and a regular guest in the world's greatest halls and theatres. Led by founder, Iván Fischer, the Budapest Festival Orchestra is acclaimed for its exceptional range, winning multiple awards for recordings and performances from across the musical spectrum. The orchestra has also received praise for its educational programmes and outreach work, with multiple smaller ensembles from within the orchestra offering jazz, traditional folk music, authentic baroque performances, and concerts for children, families, and students.