29 May

First Independent Concert by Gigi Radics in Hungary!

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In the late morning hours the media was invited to the Ritz-Carlton Hotel – Budapest, whereas Gigi Radics and her father with the crew held a press conference regarding to her first independent concert to be held in November, 10. 2018.

After sold-out concerts at home and abroad in recent years, this year is the first time an independent spectacular concert show to come from Gigi Radics at 7 p.m. November, 10. 2018., under the roof of the Sport Arena of Papp László Sport Arena Budapest.  We can not comment about it biased, since specific, clear voice, charisma charmed not only by the domestic and foreign fans, but even the world-famous Quincy Jones as well.

“Gigi  Radics among the world’s five best singers” so it was said by Quincy Jones. Gigi, despite the young age, has earned multiple gold and platinum-selling.  Artist and owner of numerous awards and recognition. In 2018,  she was the only female mentor in the Hungarian X-Factor .

At the superb concert show can enjoy Gigi’s brand-new songs for the first time, and some of her previous well-known melodies. The show will be highlighted by come out in a new dress and new instrumentation. There will be a grand, unique visual and lighting technique on the stage that will be able to mingle and mingle with the spectacle of the concert. The director of the large-scale show will be the György Bőhm, whose name comes with a number of super productions. The show designer of is János Madarász “MADÁR”, who has been working, creating a number of homemade successful musical and visuals productions.

Gigi’s unrivaled, custom-made dresses will suit even the exquisite party atmosphere of the evening, highlighting the star’s beauty, youth and unique style. There will be surprise guests at the concert, as well as a professional band and a Gigi along with the dance class at international level. Even more chorus with color the show. We can also hear stories, an  insight into Gigi’s experience and work in the United States.

The concert tickets are out from to-day. Can be purchased on the spot at the Arena’s ticket office.

Update Aggie Reiter

29 May

VIVA BUDAPEST … ELVIS – 2018

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Many are already aware of the unique day happening on the 6th of June when Priscilla Presley arrives in Budapest to be present at the Wonder of You – tour, she also welcomes the message to the Hungarian fans.  Although Elvis is no longer among us for over four decades, his music, voice, personality, left huge imprint that the Elvis fans will never forget. As part of the show, the audience can enjoy the original video and sound recordings on a huge projector.

Budapest is the only capital that called public space for the late singer. Recently, Priscilla Presley herself spoke up to support the Hungarian fans who want to restore the statue for Elvis the legend in the 20th century.

Budapest gained an exclusive “club membership” when mentioning his support for the Hungarians in 1956 for its revolutionary. Although tens of thousands of people have already received as their first name to be Elvis, only few cities can boast Presley public areas.

He probably never would have had thought that decades after the death of a consecrated space named after him in Hungary and once there will be a statue. No one has come close to taking his place away int he Musicville from the Rock and Roll and Country singer like Elvis.

Elvis bears a lake, a street and a square in Germany.  Presley lived in a small town in Bad Nauheim for one and a half-year from where he went to Friedberg every day. Now two towns are competing for Elvis’s real German home and, of course, both have Elvis Platz, or Elvis Square.

They call a whole lake of the King, in the State of Mississippi, near Tupca, where Elvis was born. The picturesque lake, beside the campers’ favorite and the campfire, are very often accompanied by Elvis’s songs

Elvis Presley’s greatest successes of the scene, Las Vegas, inaugurated already relatively small Elvis Presley Boulevard in 2017, which is located next to his former residence. The street was originally called Riviera.

Elvis Presley probably never would have thought that  forty decades after the death a consecrated space named after him in Hungary. Could be that once there will be a statue with a guitar in his hands or a stripe T-shirt blowing up the house in the Jail House Rock.

No one has come close in taking his place away from the Rock and Roll and Country singer like Elvis.

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28 May

The Art Ensembe of Chicago – Budapest

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©Roger Thomas 2017 – The Art Ensemble of Chicago

An upcoming Art Ensemble Of Chicago concert in Budapest.

MoMKult

 8 p.m. June, 7. 2018.

One out of  four European concerts will be in Budapest!

Their five great, well-trained and individual-minded musicians are in their musical and intellectual and emotional consistency.

An avant-garde jazz ensemble that grew out of Chicago in the late ’60s, the AEC is notable for its integration of soulful and chaotic musical styles that span jazz’s entire history, helping to redefine what jazz music could be and continue to seek out its future.

They have used what they term little instruments from bicycle horns, bells, birthday party noisemakers, wind chimes, and a vast array of percussion instruments. They also include costumes and face paint in performance. Their show in Budapest will be an extremely rare opportunity to experience the ensemble’s audio visual show in person.

Line up: Roscoe Mitchell – alto, soprano and soprano saxes, Famoudou Don Moye – drums, congas, bongos and percussion, Hugh Ragin – trumpet, flugelhorn and piccolo trumpet, Tomeka Reid – cello

The concert is within the frame of GetCloser Concerts.

Grab your seat before they are sold out.

Update Aggie Reiter

28 May

Jewish Art Days – Columbus Ship – Budapest

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On May, 31. 2018, on the Columbus Ship at the port of the River Danube will host a special concert. Three unique jazz players: András Dés, outstanding musician of Hungarian jazz life, Polish jazz singer Grzegorz Karnas and Alan Wykpisz Polish a bunch of unmistakable performances will be heard at the Jewish Art Days at the „Linking” Concert.

With András Dés, one of the most experimental musicians in home jazz, they played for the first time in the summer of summer, and it was immediately revealed that their musicality, openness to the world and their dedication to free self-expression provide a fertile ground for joint music.

It is based on Karnas’ compositions, but starting with the personalities of the three musicians. In music, they also love to unfamiliar, undiscovered areas, Karnas speaks in languages ​​that no one has ever talked about, Dés plays drums that have had other functions so far, and Wykpisz is a whimsical and creative bassist for the game of their trip.

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28 May

MÁV Symphony Orchestra Season Tickets – 2018/2019

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Media gathering was held at the Aria Hotel/Budapest whereas the representative of MÁV Symphonic Orchestra spoke about the coming up concerts of  the season 2018/2019.  György Lendvai, Chief Executive Officer, emphasized Tibor Szőke – master lease, in which the works of Bartók, Mozart and Brahms performed by Maximus Vengerov (great honor to have him!) Charles Duthi, Péter Csaba and Ken-Ichiro Kobayashi. Among others, Andrea Rost and Ildikó Komlósi will perform in the new season with the orchestra. In the 2018-2019 season, the MÁV Symphony Orchestra presents again ten series of passages at the Palace of Arts, the Academy of Music, the Italian Cultural Institute, the Festetics Palace and the Hungarian National Museum.

Leading conductor and artistic leader Péter Csaba. They can be seen more than ten times  this season, flanked by Gábor Takács-Nagy – former art director, Gergely Kesselyák – conductor, as well as Ken-Ichiro Kobayashi honorary conductor with the band several times.

An outstanding event of the season will be the MÁV Symphony Orchestra Japan tour 2019. The initiative came from Ingrid Fujiko Hemming pianist woman who has been a guest returning to the band. The apropos are that Japan 150 years ago took up diplomatic relations with the then Austro-Hungarian Monarchy, now between Japan and Hungary, of course, still it is unbroken and prosperous relationship. in honor of the jubilee year of the MÁV Symphony Orchestra led by Ken-Ichiro Kobayashi Japan begin in May 2019 tour, which will be the largest event in Tokyo Suntory Hall, but will affect more points. The concert tour will be taking part in the world-famous soprano Andrea Rost as well. the program prior to departure will present the band in Hungary.

Robi Lakatos is well-known not just in Hungary but throughout the world as the violin virtuoso – World musician. Through video message said that he will be on stage with his own band and the Orchestra at the same time. His music covers traditional gipsy music combines with classics and jazz.

A little ahead with unfolding, spreading the news, is that Botticelli will be giving a concert together with the MÁV Symphony Orchestra in front of twenty thousand viewers. Yet the When and Where is not covered.

In addition continuing the highly successful family concerts as well. The MÁV Symphony Orchestra’s free summer program, namely “Open Day” will be highlighted on June 2, at 3 o’clock in the afternoon, the chamber orchestra formations of the artists making music starting at the University Square Károlyi Garden, one of the most beautiful squares and gardens at the Palace District. Thereafter, at the Károlyi Garden, at the University Square, at Calvin Square, at Kálmán Mikszáth Square, in the Garden of Architects and in the Garden of the Music Library. In the evening at 8p.mm at the Pollack Mihály Square, the great band plays with conductor – Tamás Csurgó. The mini-concerts are around 15 minutes in length, and at each venue appear in different formations and styles. The blocks are held between a quarter-hour break, so a pleasant walk from one location to another argument, you can listen to some of the visitors. In the time between concerts, musicians stay on the spot and await questions from the audience interest in music, concerts, and backstage secrets.

In purchasing lease tickets will be available from June 18  through online and in person  at the Museum Street at the Orchestra’s  rehearsal place.

The MÁV Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1945 by one of the largest companies in the country, the Hungarian State Railways, which is still the main supporter of the band with nearly 100 musicians. One of the country’s leading professional bands, its repertoire ranges from baroque music to contemporary, contemporary works.

Update Aggie Reiter

25 May

Budapest Summer Festival Margaret Island – 2018.

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WHERE WILL YOU RESERVE YOUR SEAT!?!

Margaret Island is splitting the River Danube to Buda and Pest side.

The Margaret Open Air Theater is celebrating its 80 years anniversary.

Summer in the City and throughout Hungary the Open-Air Theaters are opening and awaiting the  foreigner and local visitors to enjoy plays, opera, folk, rock concerts, ballet companies unique performances .The theater can be reached on water, bus transportation or have a long walk through the lanes of the park. Those who wish to stroll down the River Danube can easier do so, from the Pest-side of Danube boarding on boats and it stops right at the entrance of the Open-Air theater. Arriving earlier than the actual  performance, enjoy the sights-and-sounds  the Island offers, mentioning the view of water-tower and count on in having a nice Hungarian supper at the foreground restaurant.

This year’s summer the Island’s theater celebrates its 80-years with well-known  Hungarian artists as well with guests from abroad. The opening concert will take place in the park premise, where Alexander Rybak call the audience to dance along. It will be a free opening event  regular and newcomers families, buddies are more than welcomed.

In brief cover of some of the shows not yet sold out:  Duna Carnival Gala, Salome (Opera in German with Hungarian subtitles), Ara Malikian concert (his concert included: Johann Sebastian Bach, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, Paganini and many more) Szabó Balázs Band – special concert (collaboration with Modern Art Orchestra), The Great Gatsby – ballet show  (soloist: Dennis and Anastasia from St. Petersburg Mariinsky Ballet and Kiev Odessa National Ballet, Jeff Mills (planets concert with the Danubia Orchestra of Óbuda), From Opera to Tango – Edwin Schrott Gala concert, Emmerich Kálmán: Circus Princess – Operetta, Béjart Ballet Lausanne – The Magic Flute – classic ballet, Giuseppe Verdi: Rigoletto (Opera in Italian with Hungarian subtitles), Bernstein 100 –  concert – An American in Paris (Bernstein and Gershwin on the stage at the Margaret Island), Film Music Fantasy  – Symphonic Film Music Concert, Carmel concert – (One of the most popular singers for over 14 years in Hungary.  Last but not least: Magna Cum Laude electro-acoustic concert with the Kossuth Award winning violinist Miklós Szenhelyi.

For indepth info: http://www.szabadter.hu

The past days press announcement was made at the Margaret Open-Air Theater, by  Teodóra Bán – executive director and artistic director

To be continued shortly with update with other theaters throughout the country’s performances.

Update Aggie Reiter

24 May

HOPTOP Brewery – PASO 15th Birthday Celebration

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The Pannonia Allstars Ska Orchestra (PASO) and the HopTop Brewery craft brewery have come up with an innovative idea to surprise their thirsty fans in beer and music.

The band is now celebrating its 15th anniversary and on this occasion, the famous small-scale (Kraft) craft beer brewery thrown a specific market.

Let alone would not be a novelty (we have seen this), but here is the truly innovative way of presenting the song of PASO’s premier music.

The PASO Ska IPA (it was named)… the beer brewed in a limited edition, of which a total of two barrels and 1500 bottles were produced. On the back side of the beer label is a link and/or a QR code to listen to the new song called „As One” which is only published in this way at the time being for the general public. The song will be heard  at the Belfeszt live concert just in three days to come at the Szabadság Square (district.V.) starting at 6 p.m. This will be their the big celebrating concert  and spiced up  to their 15th Birthday. The audience is awaited and no entry fee.

And so forth … without the Hoptop brewery’s support in producing a special beer to come out with a label to the PASO’s birthday it would not have happend.

Ali Rawech – master brewer and owner – HopTop Brewery said: “This is a special occasion made beer, which is striking PASO, since it is a 8% double IPA. At the same time it is special because it is made with the Australian hops (Galaxy)… double cold hops, which makes it unique, fruity scents and flavors can be felt inside rolling down your throat!”

“Of course the best part was the joint brainstorming, tasting and brewing. We did not want to stop with the idea “just” to make a common beer, we wanted to screw something up” – told Kristóf Tóth (KRSa) the band’s singer and frontman.

The change of musical culture, MP3 penetration of a new disk, music is no longer the embodiment, the graphic appearance (anno the cover art, cartridge cases filled the role). This bottle of beer now return to the “substance” of music, canvas gives a visual messages in addition to a functional beer with music having  inseparable duo.

What better pairing beer and music in one hand on a nice breezy summer evening.

PASO ska IPA will be/is available at the following locations:

Gourmet Foods Gödöllő – 8. Petőfi Sándor Square

Kapca – Szeged – 1. Rákóczi Street

Circus – Kecskemét – 3 Bercsényi Street

Beers and Books Budapest –  46/b Pannónia Street

Special Beer Shop Budapest – Hegedűs Gyula Street (Also home delivery).

Beer selection Budapest –  22-24 József Blvd.

Beer Shop Budapest – 5/B Oltvány Árok (Ditch)

Update and snaps Aggie Reiter

22 May

“Stairway to India” – economic, culinary, tourism event in Budapest

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The India Ambassador’s resident was surely fascinating venue a real tourism venue and worthwhile walking dozen-and-dozen up the

“Stairway to India”

so told the Ambassador as greeting and thanking the invitation.

A composite event on promotion of India States –  their economic, culinary and tourism potentials, coupled with a food pairing and wine-tasting event was organised at Embassy Residence on May 12, 2018. The event also promoted samples of wineries from Hungary’s regions as well as from India.

The States of Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Hyderabad, Maharashtra, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, West-Bengal, and their ”Make in India” potential, were showcased to a distinguished audience of around 200 dignitaries from government and businesses from Hungary. VIP guests included former PM Péter Medgyessy,  Dr. Pana Petra, Deputy State Secretary for Foreign Trade, Mr. Szilveszter Bus, Deputy State Secretary for Southern Opening, MFAT. The event also showcased a Rajasthani folk dance, which was performed by Ms. Judith Abraham, followed by a puppet show by Markus theatre.

In his welcome speech, Ambassador Rahul Chhabra also informed the guests about the upcoming 4th International Day of Yoga and 3rd Ganga Danube-Festival and introduced to audience and the media present, the famous Hungarian actress – Boglarka Csosz – Yoga Brand Ambassador.

The event was very well received by the visitors. Many took the occasion and inquired about the different states and regions with the tourism opportunities India has to offer.

Just a glimpse into the Rajasthani folk dance:

Update snaps, video: Aggie Reiter

18 May

Tunisian cuisine cooking in Budapest

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A special cooking experience!

Location was at Gastropolis Cooking School, District, XIII., 9. Hegedűs Gy. Street – Budapest

One of the rare occasions that a Tunisian chef visit to Hungary. This, by the way was about a Tunisian cooking show with help by arriving to Budapest the  well-known Tunisian chief to learn the basic Tunisian cuisine recipes. At this special event  Hexc. Samia Ilhem Ammar – Tunis Ambassador to Hungary was invited to highlight the show and support the competitors by Head, Tunisian National Tourist Office – Budapest.

The invited participants were selected in groups by 3, as to prepare a 3-course of traditional Tunisian menu and each team took the ride with plus an extra pinch of their own taste and to the looks.

Jury members were: Fruzsina Viszkok – YouTube vlogger – Tunisia fan, János Jancsa – Bamba Marha Burger Bar owner, Street Kitchen, András Wolf – Chefs – chef jury member, New York Café executive chef – member of the Bocuse d’Or Academy

At the end of the simultaneous cooking, the jury’s prizes were awarded to the winner team,  and as to the best team they will be automatically invited in the coming fall to a gastronomic – Tunisian press tour.

At the end of the celebration the  members of the cooking teams were invited to enjoying the supper cooked by them.

Update and snaps Aggie Reiter

 

17 May

Pentecost at the Castle Garden Bazaar – 2018

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Herczku Ágnes folk singer – photo by _BacsiRobertLaszlo

Summer in the City … Festival season on the go!

May, 19. – 21. 2018.

The Várkert Bazaar has a three-day program series waiting for those who wish to relax at the long weekend of Pentecost. Free open-air family programs are available at Ybl Miklós Square and Neo-Renaissance Garden: handicrafts, various toys and concert halls. There will be a handicraft fair, and gastronomic experiences will be provided by streetfoods. In the evenings, star guitarists give a free concert, including Radics Gigi, Kelemen Coat and Hiperkarma. Hello Wood is again guaranteed by Hello Wood: after the puffy eggs, giant swings will decorate the Ybl Miklós space, which visitors can try out!

Participation to the programs are free of charge.

Update Aggie Reiter

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