William Byrd Singers (Chamber Choir)

Born: 1992 - Budafok, Hungary

The William Byrd Singers (Hungarian: William Byrd Énekegyüttes) - otherwise known as ‘The Byrd Choir’ - are a Hungarian choir, formed in 1992, and now of over 30 years standing. The choir has an extensive repertoire from Gregorian to the Baroque era; in addition to having concert programmes which showcase contemporary music. Amongst other achievements are: Kodály Choir competition, Budapest, 1^st place (1999); Arezzo Choir competition, 2^nd (2000); Kodály Choir competition, Budapest, 3^rd (2003).

Festivals and other invitations: Chamber Choir Festival, Pécs; Millennial Competition, Budapest, (1st); The Hungarian Catholic church, Prague (invited twice); Savigliano Choir Festival, Itali; City Church, Győr; Benedictine Abbey, Badacsonytomaj; Gödöllő (frequently over last 10 years). Also, regular choir involvement in Budafok at: the Wine Festival; Christmas concerts; and Tétény-Promontor events/openings/promotions.

Sources:
William Byrd Singers Website
Bits & pieces from other sources
Contributed by Aryeh Oron (July 2026)

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Links to other Sites

The William Byrd Singers, from Budafok, Hungary [Hungarian/English]