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Vivaldi's The Four Seasons live
A string quartet performs Vivaldi's The Four Seasons live in the candlelit auditorium of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences.

Surrounded by a thousand candles
Only candles illuminate the room, creating a breathtaking atmosphere that makes every Candlelight concert unforgettable.

An extraordinary setting
Experience this unique concert in a stunning candlelit setting.
Program The music that awaits you
- The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 1 RV 269: Spring
- The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2 RV 315: Summer
- The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 3 RV 293: Autumn
- The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 4 RV 297: Winter
- Sonata n.12 in d-minor "La Follia" RV 63
Performers
- 15 Nov – 20 NovSturcz Quartet
- 29 Nov – 18 DecLuminare String Quartet
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In short About the concert
Discover Vivaldi's The Four Seasons at a Candlelight concert: a string quartet performs the music live, lit by candles, in the auditorium of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences in Budapest.
This concert experience is a tribute. It is not associated with, endorsed by or sponsored by the artist, their heirs or their official representatives.
On the day How it works

Arrive early
Doors open 60 minutes before the concert.

Find your seat
Seats are not numbered: they are taken on a first-come, first-served basis within the zone on your ticket.

Let the music take over
Enjoy 60 minutes of live music surrounded by candles.
Reviews What guests are saying
4.9/5
based on 406 reviews
Anna K.
jan 2026
Az MTA díszterme fantasztikus helyszín. A fiatal tehetségeket jó látni a színpadon. A gyertyák pedig tényleg igazinak tűnnek. Köszönjük az élményt! Már tervezzük a gyerekeinkkel a következő koncertet.
Eszter M.
jan 2026
It was wonderful. I also loved the parts of the sonnet that Kálmán read. The place (MTA), the candles were amazing. All the 4 members were brilliant, but the lovely extraversion of András and Kálmán added a lot to the experience. I loved it from the beginning till the end. The assistant lady who helped us finding our seats was also really kind - this type of service was so polite and guest-oriented. I thank You (all of You) for this wonderful evening: Eszter
Andrea P.
jan 2026
Különleges élmény, az élő zene varázsával.
Sándor Tamás N.
jan 2026
Csodálatos volt! A zenészek kiváló előadást nyujtottak, minden elismerésem nekik!Köszönjük a fantasztikus élményt!
DrHertelendi L.
jan 2026
Csodálatos környezetben, és zseniális előadásban Vivaldi Négy évszak című műve, a Lumen zenekar részéről
Mónika N.
jan 2026
Fantasztikus előadást nyújtott a Sturcz Quartet. A Tudományos Akadémia pedig lenyűgöző környezetet adott ehhez.
László Tamás B.
nov 2025
Great musicians, nice staff.
Gergely B.
jan 2026
Fantasztikus volt! Mindenkinek ajánlom!
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About the venueHungarian Academy of Sciences

The Hungarian Academy of Sciences, established in 1825, is Hungary's leading scientific institution. Located in Budapest, it promotes research in various fields of science, supports scientific development, and advises the government. Its neoclassical headquarters symbolizes intellectual tradition and national development while encouraging innovation, academic excellence, and international collaboration in the sciences and humanities.
Address
Budapest, Széchenyi István tér 9, 1051 Hungary, 1051
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