Peter Balogh Orchestra is a musical ensemble established in 2017, founded and led by violinist Peter Balogh Sr. While the orchestra’s lineup varies, the qualitz of its performances remains consistently high. The repertoire encompasses a wide range of genres, focusing primarily on film music, operetta, jazz, Slovak and Hungarian folk music, and popular classics (evergreens).
The video features a performance of tango argentino titled “Por una cabeza” (By a Hair’s Breadth), composed in 1935 by Carlos Gardel with lyrics by Alfredo Le Pera. It is very popular in modern cinema and has appeared in numerous films.
Orchestra members and instrumentation:
Peter Balogh Sr. – First Violin
Peter Balogh Jr. – Violin
Mario Balogh – Violin
Samuel Balogh – Double Bass
Vladimír Plachetka – Piano
This recording was made at the Viola Theatre in Prešov on December 8, 2025.
Recorded: December 8, 2025