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Iván Fischer, founder and Music Director of the Budapest Festival Orchestra (BFO), is renowned for his high‑energy, living-room‑to‑concert-hall approach that has redefined modern classical performance. Since establishing the BFO in 1983, Fischer has guided one of the world’s top ensembles, celebrated for clarity, vitality, and expressive breadth. The BFO’s performances, often described as thrilling and precise, have earned the ensemble the Gramophone Orchestra of the Year title (2022, as voted by audiences), underscoring Fischer's impact on the classical music landscape.