György Vukán Memorial Concert with János Balázs and Fellow Musicians Presented by Liszt Academy

Multifaceted creativity and a wellspring of musicality: these expressions so fitting for György Vukán, who passed away in 2013, apply equally to this concert dedicated to his memory. His spirit imbues the charitable aspect of this evening’s concert, too, rightly so since this great pianist and composer was tireless in working for similar worthy causes right to the end of his life. The concert, showcasing the talents of János Balázs and his music friends, also brings to life the dual attraction of Vukán to classical music and jazz. There are popular classical compositions, works by Chopin, Fauré, Liszt and Gershwin, as well as several Vukán pieces; but the programme also devotes plenty of time to jazz and improvizations. Dr Anita Herczegh, wife of the president of the republic, and Dr Péter Erdő, cardinal, primate and archbishop of Esztergom-Budapest, have agreed to be patrons of this evening, which raises funds for people with autism.