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The BCO were established by British composer and violinist Christian Garrick in 2009. Led by Christian they play a blistering barrage of traditional folk and gypsy-flavoured music from across the Balkans and Russia, Klezmer laments, Romanian Doinas, Hungarian Czardas and their own unique re-imaginings of some of the biggest pieces ever written by the greats. The Budapest Café Orchestra have won legions of fans through their magical and infectious performances. Evoking vivid images of Tzigane fiddle maestros, Budapest café life and gypsy campfires - plus a few surprises along the way - hugely entertaining, immense skill and profound musicianship. A show by the BCO is good enough to make you want to book that holiday down the Danube! The BCO is a small but impeccably formed orchestra of just four players combined to create an aural alchemy so wholesome you would be forgiven for thinking a far bigger ensemble is at work. Two of the country’s most revered international soloists revel at the heart of proceedings. Accordionist exemplar Eddie Hession is a supreme accordion champion of Great Britain. In his illustrious career he has accompanied Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, Jose Carreras and Chris Rea. Christian Garrick is one of the world’s most celebrated jazz violinists. He has played with the likes of Dame Cleo Laine & Sir John Dankworth, Wynton Marsalis, Nigel Kennedy, Bireli Lagrene and Caro Emerald. Another member of the Orchestra is one of Russia's most enigmatic musical exports. The Sultan is played expertly by Adrian Zolotuhin, a master of the strummed strings of domra, balalaika, guitar and saz. Veteran bass-man Kelly Cantlon has been in the business of laying down the low notes for many moons. Kelly found fame in the late 60’s as a Vagabond with northern soul sensations Jimmy James and the Vagabonds. “The music is magic in their hands” Sean Rafferty BBC Radio 3 “Back by popular demand, the fiery vivacity and awe-inspiring musicianship of the finest purveyors of Eastern European gypsy music this side of a Lada scrap heap will leave you with a grin on your face and rhythm in your feet…” TIMES "The Budapest Cafe Orchestra play a blistering barrage of Czardas, East European and Russian folk tunes that might have come from the Hot Club of Paris via the Orient Express!" Brighton Argus "THEIR VIRTUISTIC SKILL, HILARIOUS SENSE OF HUMOUR AND UNDOUBTED SENSITIVITY KEPT THE PACKED AUDIENCE SPELLBOUND. AMAZING ....UNLIKE ANY OTHER BAND THAT I HAVE EVERY HEARD." Ely Standard "Not so much a band name as a whole genre of its own, Budapest Café Orchestra embraces an encyclopaedia of music and mischief." SCOTSMAN
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Classical, Folk, Film Music, Improvisation, Gypsy
The Dragon - accordion, The Sultan - guitars, Balkan Bob - violin, The Klaw - bass
This is the third time I've seen BCO and was looking forward to their coming to London. They are so entertaining and real professionals at what they they do - not just any old group: Chris is a real virtuoso. Great evening of music. Look forward to next year (please)!
St Luke’s Music Society London, United KingdomSeen them four times now and they always deliver amazing humour, musical talent, enthusiasm, and an overall wonderful show. Don't be put off by YouTube videos only...see them live and you'll be a fan for life ...live music coming to your town, for a knock down price too
Glenfarg Community Centre Glenfarg, United KingdomI really enjoyed the concert,superb musicians,lots of light and shade in the music,humour too! I bought 2 cd`s and am hoping to get more at Christmas time,if not I`ll order them from their web page,loved their suits,fancy socks and ties and hats.Make a return visit please.
Kilmallie Community Centre Corpach, United KingdomSo glad I went along to this, amazing musicians and very entertaining. Hope to see them again next time they come to our area. If you see them advertised be sure to book!!!! You have made happy memories which will last for ever....
Carnegie Hall cafe Portmahomack, United KingdomYet another evening of brilliant musicianship and entertainment. The church venue added to the amazing atmosphere the band created with their music. The audience were enthralled throughout and a rapturous standing ovation at the end of the performance guaranteed an encore.
All Saints Church Flore Flore, United KingdomYes, The Budapest Cafe Orchestra is currently on tour. If you're interested in attending an upcoming The Budapest Cafe Orchestra concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The The Budapest Cafe Orchestra tour is scheduled for 68 dates across 44 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2026-2027 with Hypebot.
The Budapest Cafe Orchestra is scheduled to play 68 shows between 2026-2027. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.
The Budapest Cafe Orchestra's tour starts Apr 15, 2026 and ends on May 15, 2027. They will play 44 cities; their most recent concert was held in Wavendon at The Stables and their next upcoming concert will be in Whitestone at Whitestone Parish Hall.
As part of the The Budapest Cafe Orchestra tour, The Budapest Cafe Orchestra is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities:
