The Ensemble & Musical Approach
101 Voices Ensemble consists of a 45-member male choir, a 50-piece symphony orchestra, and a rock band featuring guitar, drums, bass, and keyboard.
Rather than applying a single formula, each song is approached individually. The balance between choir, symphonic and rock elements shifts from track to track, allowing every piece to find its own character and emotional focus.
Artists and electronic performers are selected based on their individuality, character and stage presence, ensuring that each performance feels authentic, expressive and deeply connected to the spirit of the original songs.
"This isn’t a reworking in the classical sense. With the support of the symphony orchestra and male choir, the aim is to cast a spotlight on the deeper, hidden layers of Depeche Mode’s music. It’s like looking at something familiar from a new angle — suddenly, new details become visible. In this kind of orchestration, such an approach is rare, but for Depeche Mode I see it as the only way: preserving the original character rather than forcing something artificial onto their music." - Richárd Riederauer
Hungarian
Male Choir
The Hungarian National Male Choir is a unique 45-member professional ensemble, with a repertoire that ranges from Gregorian chants to opera, jazz, and rock. Founded in 1949, it has become a key figure in Hungary’s music scene. Under the direction of conductor Richárd Riederauer, the choir continues to deliver impressive productions.
Hungarian StudioOrchestra
The Hungarian Studio Orchestra is a Budapest-based ensemble with international acclaim, specializing in studio recordings. They have worked with world-renowned artists like Ennio Morricone, Michel Legrand, and Patrick Doyle. Their music has been featured in many films and TV productions, including Parker, The East, and White God. The orchestra is comfortable in classical, jazz, and crossover genres.
Richárd
Riederauer
Richárd Riederauer is a conductor, vocalist, and music director, serving as the artistic director of the Hungarian National Male Choir since 2020. Over his career, he has contributed to numerous choral works, oratorios, and operas, with a particular focus on enriching and renewing the male choral sound.
Under his leadership, the choir’s repertoire has expanded to include classical, contemporary, and popular music. His precise and passionate musical direction has kept the Hungarian National Male Choir a prominent presence in both domestic and international concert scenes.
Gergő Borlai
Gergő Borlai is a drummer, composer, and producer, known for his unique technique and creative style, which places him among the top musicians worldwide. He started drumming at three and was already performing with influential figures in Hungary’s jazz and pop music scenes as a child.
By 17, he had collaborated with notable musicians like Gábor Presser, Gyula Babos, and Klári Katona as a member of their bands. Over his career, he has contributed to more than 500 albums as a drummer, composer, or producer.
An internationally recognized session musician, he regularly holds masterclasses around the world. His original compositions and solo albums, blending jazz, fusion, and progressive rock, have earned widespread acclaim.
A recipient of prestigious awards like the Máté Péter, Artisjus, Gramofon, and Arany Dobverő, he continues to perform internationally, constantly pushing the limits of drumming with his unique sound.
Sámuel Pásztor
Anna and Sámuel Pásztor are the heart of the band Anna and the Barbies, which has become one of the most successful and unique acts in Hungarian alternative rock in recent years.
Anna is a charismatic singer, songwriter, and performer, known for her energetic stage presence and unique style. Sámuel is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer, playing a key role in shaping the band’s sound.
One of their iconic songs, Márti dala, has become a defining track for generations. Their concerts mix rock, electronic music, and theatrical elements, always captivating the audience.
Zsolt Késmárki
Bass guitarist and composer, former member of the band Hooligans.
He was a key figure in the band for nearly fifteen years, contributing to their success with his energetic playing and distinctive sound. Throughout his career, he has explored various genres and collaborated as a session musician and arranger in numerous productions.
Dalma Felszegi
Rotary Award-winning pianist, keyboardist and songwriter, one of the most exciting emerging figures in the Hungarian pop music scene. Her playing combines several styles, and through her outstanding musical knowledge and versatility, she simultaneously represents the precision of classical training and the freedom of pop, jazz and rock.
She graduated from the classical piano department of the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music with outstanding results, and during her studies she has already proven her talent in numerous domestic and international productions. Freelancer. She is present in such large musical theaters as an orchestra member, piano conductor, or even music director as the Madách Theater and the Erkel Theater. Since 2024, she has been the godfather. keyboardist, and in 2025 his first song under his own name was released.
Dalma is charismatic, energetic and instinctive on stage , capable of simultaneously providing intimate moments and captivating, spectacular musical experiences, in which she combines her expertise in various genres.
