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 rendition of the song “If I Were a Rich Man,” which dates back to 1964. The music was composed by American composer Jerry Bock, with lyrics by American lyricist Sheldon Harnick. The song was written for the musical Fiddler on the Roof and is rooted in traditional Jewish music.
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