HUNGARIAN TRIO

Based in Cape Town

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The Hungarian Trio, one of Cape Town's most sought-after instrumental ensemble, professionally trained in Central Europe, excels at creating an elegantly convivial atmosphere with romance and excitement.

Besides beautiful light classical background music, they offer superb entertainment, with music ranging from the relaxing and soothing to the vibrant and upbeat. Strolling musicians, if required, will charmingly serenade your guests Hungarian-style. Fully professional, reliable, with many years of experience, their extensive repetoire can be adapted to suit your personal requirements and occasion, however large or small.

For weddings, they offer inspiring music for the ceremony and delightful entertainment for the pre-drinks and reception. Their many satisfied clients agree: the Hungarian Trio will ensure the memorable success of your special occasion, be it an elegant corporate function, private dinner, banquet or beach wedding. It's all music from the heart!

THE MEMBERS

Nerina Von Mayer (flute)

Nerina is currently Head of Flute (UCT) and studied in Cape Town, Vienna and London. She is also Alternate Principal in the Cape Town Symphony Orchestra and CTPO for 16 years. Nerina has performed as soloist with the CTSO and CAPAB orchestras, records for the SABC and is a well-known recitalist and chamber musician.


Gabor Jeney (violin)

Gabor was born in Hungary, studied in Budapest at the Bela Bartok Conservatoire and London's Royal College of Music. The Dedicatee of Britten's "Gemini Variations", he recorded for Decca and BBC before touring Europe and the USA. After holding a CTSO principal post for 16 years he is now one of Cape Town's best known freelance violinists.


Donat Pellei (double bass)


Donat studied at the Franz Liszt Academy, winning the Franz Liszt Double - Bass Prize (1987). He received two Performing Diplomas with distinction. Donat toured Europe with 3 Hungarian orchestras before joining the CTSO and CTPO as Sub-Principal Bass, and now actively teaches and concertizes.