Budapest Scoring Orchestra is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2010 in Budapest, Hungary. The orchestra is known for its exceptional performances of film scores, classical music, and contemporary compositions. The ensemble has gained international recognition for its unique sound and exceptional musicianship. The founding members of the Budapest Scoring Orchestra were a group of talented musicians who shared a passion for classical music and film scores. They came together with the goal of creating a world-class orchestra that would be able to perform a wide range of music styles and genres. The founding members of the orchestra included conductor Peter Pejtsik, violinist Zsolt Szatmari, and cellist Peter Illenyi. Since its founding, the Budapest Scoring Orchestra has grown to include over 70 musicians, including some of the most talented instrumentalists in Hungary. The orchestra is known for its exceptional string section, which is made up of some of the finest violinists, violists, and cellists in the world. One of the highlights of the Budapest Scoring Orchestra's career was their performance at the 2012 Academy Awards ceremony. The orchestra was invited to perform during the "In Memoriam" segment of the ceremony, where they played a moving rendition of "What a Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong. The performance was widely praised for its emotional impact and the orchestra's exceptional musicianship. Another major highlight of the Budapest Scoring Orchestra's career was their performance at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival. The orchestra was invited to perform during the festival's closing ceremony, where they played a selection of film scores from some of the most iconic movies of all time. The performance was a huge success, and the orchestra received a standing ovation from the audience. In addition to their performances at major events and festivals, the Budapest Scoring Orchestra has also released several albums of classical music and film scores. Their debut album, "The Best of Hollywood," was released in 2012 and features some of the most iconic film scores of all time, including music from "Star Wars," "Jurassic Park," and "The Godfather." The album was a commercial success and helped to establish the orchestra as one of the premier classical music ensembles in the world. Over the years, the Budapest Scoring Orchestra has received numerous awards and accolades for their exceptional musicianship and contributions to the world of classical music. In 2013, the orchestra was awarded the Hungarian Artisjus Prize, which is given to artists who have made significant contributions to the arts in Hungary. The orchestra has also been nominated for several other awards, including the Grammy Award for Best Orchestral Performance. Today, the Budapest Scoring Orchestra continues to be one of the most respected and admired classical music ensembles in the world. They are known for their exceptional musicianship, unique sound, and ability to perform a wide range of music styles and genres. The orchestra's commitment to excellence and dedication to their craft has earned them a loyal following of fans and admirers around the world.

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