100 Member Gypsy Orchestra, Wine Tasting & Dinner – December 30
Experience an unforgettable pre-New Year’s Eve celebration in Budapest with the world-renowned 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra on December 30th, 2024, at the Budapest Congress Center. As part of the 28th MUSIC-WINE Celebration, this pre-New Year’s Eve 100 Gypsy Gala Concert & Wine Tasting & Dinner tradition combines spectacular melodies with exquisite Hungarian wines, offering guests a magical evening of culture and indulgence. With 55 sold-out performances at the prestigious Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, the 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra has earned its reputation as a global sensation. With Concert & Wine Tasting tickets starting from €54, and Concert Wine Dinner Concert Tickets from €163, you can choose between wine tasting during the concert or an elevated experience with a four-course festive dinner.
The evening will feature the orchestra’s brilliant renditions of evergreen melodies by composers like Imre Kálmán, Ferenc Lehár, and Johann Strauss, accompanied by distinguished soloists from the Budapest Operetta Theatre and Hungarian State Opera House. Flamenco dance artist Zsófia Pirók will perform a mesmerizing original choreography to Bizet’s Carmen, while the show concludes with the traditional Pacsirta and the Radetzky March, conducted by the principal violinist József Lendvai Csócsi. Enjoy a welcome drink upon arrival, sip outstanding wines during the break, and savor a spectacular combination of music, wine, and cuisine in a splendid setting.
Gala Concert Wine Tasting – Dinner Schedule
- 6:30 PM: Opening / Welcome Drink
- 7:00 PM: Concert (1st Part) / Dinner (if ordered)
- 8:00 PM: Interval – Wine Tasting
- 8:25 PM: Concert (2nd Part) / Dinner Continues (if ordered)
Gala Concert Programme / 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra
Part 1
- Rossini: William Tell (Overture)
- Brahms: Hungarian Dances No. 5
- Z. Horváth: Gypsy Fire
- Monti: Czardas
- I. Kálmán: Countess Maritza
- Maritza Entrance Song
- Play Gypsy
- Let’s Go to Varasdin
(Featuring Barbara Bordás and Béla Turpinszky‐Gippert)
- J. Strauss: Lightning and Thunder (Polka)
- Cimbalom Solo
- Sarasate: Zigeunerweisen
- Bizet: Carmen (Medley)
(Featuring Zsófia Pirók, Flamenco Dance Artist)
Part 2
- Khachaturian: Sword Dance
- Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker – Waltz of the Flowers
- Reményi: Fly My Swallow (Violin Duel)
- J. Strauss: The Gypsy Baron – Overture
- Barinkay Entrance Song
- F. Lehár: Gypsy Love – Far in the Big Forest
- A. Szirmai: Mike the Magnate – Cymbal’s Clanking Pitiless World
(Featuring Barbara Bordás and Béla Turpinszky‐Gippert) - Rossini: The Barber of Seville – Overture
- Dinicu: The Lark
- Verdi: La Traviata – Brindisi
(Featuring Barbara Bordás and Béla Turpinszky‐Gippert) - J. Strauss: Radetzky March
Program subject to change.
Dinner Menu / 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra
Enhance your December 30th evening with an exquisite Dinner and Wine Tasting Experience alongside the spectacular 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra. Choose between a hot dinner menu, featuring a gourmet four-course meal, or a cold dinner plate, offering a selection of fine delicacies, both paired with premium Hungarian wines. This unique combination of world-class music, fine dining, and wine tasting creates an unforgettable cultural celebration, perfect for starting your New Year’s festivities in style.
Menu
Full Dinner Course & Wine Tasting at pre NYE Gala Concert
Starter: Goose Liver Brûlée with Blueberries, Parma Ham, and Brioche
Soup: Beef Consommé with Quail Eggs and Deep-Fried Julienne Vegetables
Main Course: Mangalica Pork Tenderloin Rolled in Bacon, Served with Gratin Potatoes, Fried Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans, White Sauce, and Colorful Pink Pepper
Dessert: Crunchy Raspberry-Milk Chocolate Cake
Drinks: Coffee, Mineral Water, Red Wine, White Wine, Rosé
(Vegetarian course available on request if pre arranged minimum 1 week before the pre NYE concert event)
Cold Dinner Plates & Wine Tasting at pre NYE Gala Concert
Goose Liver Brûlée with Brioche
1 Slice Serrano Ham with Plum Chutney
1 Slice Smoked Salmon with Horseradish Mousse
Goat Cheese with Arugula and Walnut
Eggplant Tartare
Salad
Bun with Salted Butter
Drinks: Coffee, Mineral Water, Red Wine, White Wine
Prepared by:
Ákos Kosztán, Executive Chef, Novotel Budapest City Hotel & Budapest Congress Centre
Ticket Categories and Pricing
- V.I.P. Category
- Seating at 8-person tables
- Includes dinner and wine
- I. Category
- Seating at 8-person tables
- Includes dinner and wine
- II. Category
- Seating at 8- and 6-person tables
- Includes dinner and wine
- III. Category
- Seating at 6-person tables
- Includes wine and a cold dinner plate
- IV. Category
- Concert ticket with wine tasting
- Balcony Rows 1–3
- V. Category
- Concert ticket with wine tasting
- Balcony Rows 4–7
- VI. Category
- Concert ticket with wine tasting
- Balcony Rows 8–9
The 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra is a world-renowned musical ensemble celebrated for its unparalleled artistry and cultural significance. From mesmerizing audiences at the opening of the Lisbon World Expo to delivering a show-stopping performance at the 45th International Music Festival in Carthage before 15,000 spectators, their music transcends borders. With 55 sold-out performances at the prestigious Theatre des Champs-Élysées in Paris and annual tours in France since 1994, their legacy extends to cities across Africa, America, Asia, Australia, and Europe, making them a global treasure in the music world.
Founded in 1985, the orchestra’s creation was inspired by a deeply moving moment at the funeral of Sándor Járóka Sr., the “Prímáskirály” (King of Primás). Hundreds of musicians from across Hungary united in a heartfelt tribute, sparking the idea of forming a grand ensemble to preserve and celebrate Roma musical traditions. Their extraordinary contributions earned them the Hungarian Heritage Award in 2000 and a place in the Guinness World Records.
Whether performing soulful Hungarian classics or showcasing their signature virtuosity, the 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra embodies a timeless blend of tradition and excellence. Their performances are not just concerts—they’re emotional, unforgettable experiences that connect audiences to the vibrant spirit of Roma culture and music.
