András Keller

violinist

Budapest, 31 July 1960

Corresponding member of the Hungarian Academy of Arts (2023–2025)

Full member of the Hungarian Academy of Arts (2025–)

András Keller is one of the defining figures of contemporary Hungarian musical life, whose artistic versatility, commitment, and international success have left a lasting mark on classical music. As a violinist, conductor, and Music Director of the Concerto Budapest Symphony Orchestra, he has achieved outstanding accomplishments in all areas.

Kossuth Prize

The highest Hungarian state decoration for the cultivation and preservation of Hungarian culture.

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2012governmental award

State award for artists who have created outstanding artistic values over a prolonged period in Hungarian national culture and artistic fields (theatre, music, dance, circus, film, visual, photography, applied arts), and who already hold an artistic award granted by the minister responsible for culture. The recipient is entitled to the title “Meritorious Artist of Hungary” (short: “Meritorious Artist”).

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1995governmental award

Franz Liszt Award

The highest musical award granted by the Hungarian state in recognition of outstanding musical and performing arts achievements.

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