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“THE THIRD” – Rachmaninov 150

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

Thanks to some determined musical geniuses of the 20th and 21st century such as Vladimir Horowitz or Zoltán Kocsis, nowadays the oeuvre of the Russian-born composer is no longer questioned.  Rachmaninov wrote his name in the history of music not only with his performance as a composer, but also with his extraordinary performance as an artist, and his skills as a pianist are considered by many to be at the same level as Ferenc Liszt. Programme: Rachmaninov: III. (D minor) Piano Concerto, Op. 30. Rachmaninov: III. (A minor) Symphony, Op. 44. The contributors are Marcell Szabó - piano and Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Imre Kollár. Ticket price: HUF 3500, HUF 2700 Date:14 November, 7 p.m. Location: Kölcsey Center   Source: Jegy.hu

Funny and Humorous Choral Works

Pásti Street synagogue 4 Pásti Street, Debrecen, Hungary

 “Everyone Cheer Up” Bonus Concert. Humour and a desire for musical adventure sometimes inspire choral composers as well. Zoltán Kocsis-Holper, the head conductor of the Kodály Choir, picked some results of such moments and put together a really entertaining program. In the concert there will be no shortage of funny texts, grotesque works and also musical parodies. Caribbean carnival with percussionists, limericks, recitation choir, jazzy love songs, cheerful bard and sparkling folk song arrangements, but also pop hits disguised as renaissance madrigals (Beatles and Spice Girls) are on the colourful palette. Programme: Guillaume: Tchaka Guillaume: Kanaval Toch: Geographical Fugue Seiber: Three Nonsense Songs Gy. Orbán: Panyigai fresh; Adventurers Beware Vajda: Bagatelles (details) Gy. Selmeczi: Three crows Daróci Bárdos: Bird feeder Beischer-Matyó: The contest of Flowers Gyöngyösi: When I think about My Beloved Tóth: “Wine Song”  Shearing: Songs and Sonnets (excerpts) Can't buy me love - King's Singers Howe: Wannabe Mäntyjärvi: El Hambo Mäntyjärvi: Pseudo Yoik Conductor: Zoltán Kocsis-Holper Ticket price: HUF 2,200 Date: 16 November, 7 p.m. Location: Pásti Street Synagogue, 4 Pásti Street  

The Night of Lights is Coming to Debrecen

Kossuth tér Kossuth tér

Concerts, light shows and other programs await visitors at the free event of the Hajdú-Bihar County Municipality. Programs: 17 November 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Light show on the facade of the Great Reformed Church  6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Concert of  Csík band in the Great Reformed Church Important: The building has a capacity of 800 people. Later arriving visitors can follow the concert on the LED wall set up on Kossuth Square 18 November   5 - 5.10 p.m. Light show on the facade of the Great Reformed Church  6 - 6. 50 p.m. St. Martin's concert in the Great Church.  Important: The building has a capacity of 800 people. Later arriving visitors can follow the concert on the LED wall set up on Kossuth Square Accompanying program elements at Kossuth Square are the performance by the Dance Dance and Sports Association, the spectacular performance by the fire juggling team. The event takes place within the framework of the Hajdú-Bihar County Municipality's project called "In the footsteps of Hajdú traditions". Date:17-18 November Location:Kossuth Square  

Masters of Illusion show

Faraktár u. 67 Faraktár u. 67, debrecen, Hungary

Those who visit the Masters of Illusion show can be part of an unforgettable evening. The performers in the program are regular performers of international TV shows, prestigious festivals and ocean liner luxury ships. After the stages of Las Vegas, New York, Beijing, Dubai, Paris and Monte Carlo, the Masters of Illusion are now ready to enchant the audience in Debrecen. There's nothing like seeing the magic live. There are no camera tricks: the incredible illusions take place in front of, and even with, the viewers. The performers in the show are the master of illusions on main stages, Zee Zeus, water globe artist Márton Kristály, champion magician of Las Vegas, Kolos Párkáni and the festival's prize-winning dexterity magician, Krisztián Bognár. The duration of the performance is approximately 2×50 minutes with 1 break. The show is recommended from age 8.  Date: 19 November, 2 p.m. Location: 67 Faraktár Street, VOKE Consent Cultural Center (VOKE Egyetértés Művelődési Központ) Source: utazzitthon.hu

Vienna Classics – Concert of Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra awaits the audience with the following program on the 21st of November in Kölcsey Center: Haydn: Symphony in F minor ("La Passione") No.49 / Mozart: Sinfonia concertante in E flat major KV.297b / Beethoven: Symphony I (C major), op. 21 The birth of the F minor symphony from 1768 was groundbreaking in the development of Haydn's symphonic compositions. It  includes a relatively old form, in which he combines a so-called church sonata with passionate emotional content. It is a remarkable fact that, in addition to a significant number of piano and violin concertos, Mozart also composed concertos for almost all wind instruments. The inspiration for this came primarily from his personal relationships with outstanding musicians of his time and his travels. Beethoven's Symphony No. 1 is only three years apart from the birth of the iconic Symphony No. 3, Eroica. It's almost unbelievable how much progress the composer made in renewing the genre in such a short time. Contributor: Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor: Tibor Bényi Tickets can be purchased at: https://kodalyfilharmonia.jegy.hu/program/becsi-klasszikusok-149757 Ticket price: HUF 3500, HUF 2700 Date: 21 November Location: Kölcsey Center, Great Hall Source: kodalyfilharmonia  

Christmas Charity Box Donation Point at Debrecen Advent

Grand Hotel Aranybika Piac u. 11-15, debrecen, Hungary

As in previous years, the Debrecen Charity Board together with the churches collect long-lasting food for families in need. The donation boxes are delivered by the Hungarian Reformed Charity Service to those companies and institutions that wish to participate in this action. Donations of all kinds will be welcome at Debrecen Advent in the Advent Kuckó (Kossuth Square). Free handicraft activities will also be organised for families and visitors. Long-lasting food donations for families in need can be dropped into the collection box on site. The charity box collection campaign runs until the 15th of December 2023. Location: Debrecen Advent (in front of Aranybika Hotel) Source: Debrecen Charity Board

Debrecen Christmas Fair 2024

Kossuth tér Kossuth tér

During the four weeks, a Christmas market, gastronomy, fair attractions and concerts, as well as an ice rink serve to relax amidst the festive preparations. The Christmas market in front of the Great Church of Debrecen and in the city center is an unforgettable spot for those who want a festive atmosphere. Both modern and traditional products can be expected at the fair: carpets, textiles, handmade ceramics and wooden toys, gingerbread, medicinal herbs, teas, parlor sweets and sumptuous Christmas ornaments and decorations. 75 stands with a Christmas atmosphere will offer their products, and 23 wooden houses offer a wide selection of culinary delicacies. Source: Főnix Rendezvényszervező

Christmas ice rink on Kossuth Square until early January

Kossuth tér Kossuth tér

This year a 750-square-meter ice rink will be available again. It was first built in 2021 at the Kossuth square and was the first such mobile rink in Eastern Hungary. Its speciality is the 120-meter corridor on which you can skate around the Kossuth monument. Ice rink opening hours: 25 November 2023 - 7 January 2024 Ticket price: HUF 1,200 / person/occasion Accompanying ticket: HUF 500/person/occasion On weekdays children of schools which have been registered in advance can skate for free between 8 am and 2 pm.  It is possible to rent skates during the ice rink's opening hours. The skate rental fee is HUF 1,100/pair/occasion. The skates will be available on-site in sizes 25-47. Of course, it is also possible to use your own skates, which can be sharpened on-site for a price of HUF 1,600/pair if the guest requests it. During Advent in Debrecen, ice discos with different themes will be held at the following times: December 2 (Saturday) 20:30-22:00 Santa's ice disco December 9 (Saturday) 20:30-22:00 Ronda Hoodie ice disco December 16 (Saturday) 20:30-22:00 ALL-IN Disco  December 22 (Friday) 20:30-22:00 Christmas Disco

Alpine atmosphere in the Hütte

Kossuth tér Kossuth tér

As Christmas approaches, Debrecen comes alive with twinkling lights, wonderful tastes and smells.  Christmas is a celebration of love, time spent together and delicious food, and Debrecen's gastronomic palette will not let you down during the holidays. You don't have to travel all the way to the Alps for an Austrian Hütte-feeling or to taste a real steamed dumpling. All it takes is a visit to the Hütte, located in front of the Reformed Great Church, right next to the Christmas ice rink. The Hütte can be visited between the 25th of November 2023 and the 7th of January 2024.   

Little Christmas Train in Debrecen

Dósa Nádor Square Dósa Nádor Square, Debrecen, Hungary

The Christmas Little Railway is again waiting for its passengers at Debrecen Advent. The railway is controlled by a real engine driver and will run on the Dósa nádor Square between the 25th of November and the 23rd of December. Timetable: Monday-Thursday 15:00-20:00 Friday- Saturday 14:00-21:00 Sunday 14:00-20:00 Saturday, December 23 14:00-19:00 Ticket price: HUF 500 / person / 3 rounds Date: 25th of November- 23rd of December Location:Dósa nádor Square  Source: https://debreceniadvent.hu/programs/karacsonyi-kisvasut/

DonationZOO Day at Debrecen Zoo

Debrecen Zoo Ady Endre út 1, 4032, Debrecen, Hungary

Debrecen Zoo holds a DonationZOO Day again on the 25th of November, true to its tradition started last year. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., everyone can visit the institution with a ticket registered/HUF 500 per person. For this nominal ticket price, guests according to their possibilities are requested to bring donations (children's books, non-perishable food, hygiene products, school supplies, sweets). The donations are collected by the Debrecen Charity Board and distributed to those in need. In addition to the all-day Animals in Action program, an advent roaming game, a fairy tale matinee, a creative corner, locally baked doughnuts, a soul-warming conversation point on the Samburu panoramic terrace and joint tree-planting await the public. The little ones can also drop their letter or their drawing into Santa's wish box made at home or in the on-site creative corner. All program elements are free of charge with the ticket, which can be purchased at a nominal price. All those who want to contribute to the development of the institution and the well-being of its residents will also have the opportunity to buy a supporter's ticket and also adopt their favourite animal.   Source: Hajdupress

Performance of the East Brass band at the Debrecen Advent

Kossuth tér Kossuth tér

The members of the band, made up of four musicians, are professional musicians who think similarly about their profession, brass performance art. Their performances offer exhilarating moments to those interested in music and the public who want to relax. Their repertoire includes many arrangements, from which Christmas tunes that are especially well-known during the Advent season will be heard. The members of the band promise an unforgettable concert experience at Debrecen Advent: Gergő Koi – Trumpet István Bócz – Trumpet Péter Bócz – Tenor horn Csaba Lengyel – Tuba Date: 25 November, 4-5 p.m. Location: Debrecen Advent Source: Debreceni Advent