Hommage a Cziffra 104

Programme

The unique and innovative collaboration between Erika Miklósa and János Balázs, and the onstage magic they create together, has become not only a signature feature of the Cziffra Festival but also a distinctive highlight of Hungary’s classical music scene in recent years. There could be no more fitting occasion to further deepen their musical and artistic partnership than the birthday of the festival’s namesake—a highly anticipated annual event dedicated to preserving and celebrating the intellectual and musical legacy of György Cziffra.

This special evening, focused on the interplay between opera, the soprano voice, and the piano, will be enriched by the presence of Argentine tenor José Cura, whose unique musical style expands and complements the original concept, opening up new artistic perspectives. A versatile vocal artist, Cura is also known to Hungarian audiences as a conductor and composer. He has previously shared the stage with Erika Miklósa, and has performed in chamber partnership with János Balázs as part of the festival—but the three of them have never appeared together in this configuration. Their new collaboration and the South American colors woven into the program promise an exceptional musical journey—not only for the performers but for the audience as well.

The Cziffra Festival Awards will be presented at the beginning of the concert.

The Cziffra Festival is supported by the Prime Minister’s Office, the Bethlen Gábor Fund, and the Ministry of Culture and Innovation.