Nicolaus Esterházy Sinfonia

Hungarian Chamber Orchestra

The Nicolaus Esterházy Sinfonia is a Hungarian orchestra named after Prince Nikolaus Esterházy, who was a significant patron of the arts and the employer of the composer Joseph Haydn for many years. The orchestra specializes in classical music and has gained recognition for its performances and recordings of works by Haydn, as well as other composers. They have been involved in numerous recording projects, often for the Naxos label, which have included a wide range of classical repertoire. The ensemble is known for its historically informed performances, which aim to present music as closely as possible to how it would have been heard at the time of its composition. Their discography includes not only symphonies and concertos but also operatic and chamber music. The Nicolaus Esterházy Sinfonia has contributed to making classical music accessible to a broad audience through high-quality recordings that are often budget-friendly.