Three-Day Anniversary Event Ends
23 September 2026
Four small concerts, two major concerts, four guided tours, three round-table discussions, a film screening, a book launch, and a children’s activity. 40 years. 96 years. Infinite curiosity and affection. These figures give a brief summary of the three days during which we celebrated the anniversary of the Liszt Museum.
From Thursday to Saturday last week, we celebrated the fact that the Liszt Museum opened its doors in 1986 — exactly 40 years ago. Joining the institute in the celebrations were staff from numerous other museums and public collections, as well as countless children and parents who took part in the adventures The Secrets of the Piano and A Musical Journey with Franz Liszt. The celebrations were joined by Mária Eckhardt, the museum’s founding director, who was interviewed by János Mácsai, and who told the audience about the foundation of the museum and the past fourty years.
Several students from the Liszt Academy performed short concerts, adding an extra dimension to the guided tours. The audience had the opportunity to see Joe Sabia’s film, made with Liszt scholar Alan Walker, and both of them travelled here for the occasion. Ninety-six-year-old Alan Walker came all the way from Canada and not only took part in the discussions, but also signed copies of his newly reissued three-volume biography of Liszt.
The celebrations were made even more special by Klukon Edit and Dezső Ránki, who delighted audiences with Liszt concerts on two evenings.
The institute was particularly pleased that, alongside ambassadors from several countries, Minister Judit Lannert and State Secretary Dr Sándor Katz also honoured it with their presence.
Photos: Liszt Academy / Andrea Felvégi