Meet the artists

Silverline Cruises is very proud to showcase exceptional talents in both musical and dance circles, featuring outstanding singers, dancers, and musicians in our dinner shows. Now we would like to introduce them to you.It is worth noting that during our piano program, you will have the opportunity to meet our two pianists and one singer. Meanwhile, in our Operetta-Folklore show, you will be welcomed by our lead vocalists, accompanied by two pairs of dancers and a four-member band.

Our Vocalists:

Juli Szigeti

Singer

My musical journey began in Germany, after I continued my musical work in England. Afterwards I was lucky enough to move to China for a year, where I participated in two television talent shows (in Qingdao and Beijing). In both competitions, miraculously, I achieved third place. After the Chinese tours, I moved back home and founded my band, which now goes by the name Szigeti Juli, representing the 'electro swing' and 'pop' genres.

On our first album, joint productions with musicians and producers from the United States, Canada, Germany, and Hungary also found their place - which was then released under the supervision of the Berlin-based Electro Swing Thing. Three of our songs are continuously featured on the official Electro Swing playlist on Spotify, and it is a great pride that our listenership is slowly approaching 3 million.

Our concerts and songs can be viewed and listened to on popular social media portals, and our TV appearances were broadcasted on M1, Duna TV, and M2 Petőfi TV, while our songs, besides Spotify, have also been heard by listeners on Jazzy Rádió and Petőfi Rádió.

Hiperlinks:

Web: Szigeti Juli
Facebook: Szigeti Juli
Spotify: Szigeti Juli
Instagram: #szigetijuli

Zsuzsi Kecskeméti

Singer

I have been learning to dance since I was 6 years old. I graduated from two art schools. After completing the prose acting program at Theartum Drama Academy, I was admitted to the musical theater acting program. Throughout my career, I have performed in various theaters and companies in different parts of the country. I have been the singer of the Bango Budapest Band for 16 years, with whom we perform at events, galas, and weddings, both abroad and domestically.
In 2019, I received the Best Actress award in the mobile film section at the Global Short Film Awards Gala in Cannes. Currently, in addition to my performing arts work, I am the head teacher of the musical theater acting program at the Kővirágok Singing School.

Patrícia Ladányi

Singer

After 13 years of dancing, I embarked on a musical career in 2008, starting vocal lessons. Between 2010 and 2012, I represented Hungary and won numerous awards at international music competitions and festivals. I continue to develop my musical skills and hold two degrees, with over 10 years of experience working in a multinational environment as a marketing communications expert.

The Hungarian audience might recognize me as the singer from the 2010 release, "Emlékezz Rám 2" by Children of Distance ft. Patty, and from the band's actively performing LIVE formation. I have lent my voice to over 40 songs, either as a lead or collaborator, working with more than 15 artists, groups, or bands. My songs have garnered over 31 million views on YouTube. As a versatile performer, I don't have a favorite genre; I am equally passionate about pop, jazz, and even metal.

Hiperlinkek:

Links: Emlékezz rám 2:
https://youtu.be/7W-7xt324IQ?si=8DEgz6wANYrnNBp6

Dal maradtál:
https://youtu.be/Uw77rlQLt-I?si=diYUEjRVeliiIvt7

Elvira Haraszti

LEAD VOCALIST

I am a freelance musical theater actor. I graduated from the vocal department of the University of Music in Győr, and I also completed my studies at the acting studio of the Budapest Operetta Theatre, where I began my career. As a freelancer, I could perform in various parts of the country in renowned theaters such as the Veszprém Petőfi Theatre, the Kecskemét Katona József National Theatre, the Rátonyi Róbert Theatre, the Monarchy Operetta, and the Madách Theatre.

I work in the genres of musical, operetta, and opera alike. I have had the privilege to perform in wonderful productions such as Fiddler on the Roof, the Abigél musical, the Mozart musical, the Levi's Story musical, One Kiss and Nothing Else, Sissi, the Hungarian Queen operetta, The Csárdás Princess operetta, Countess Marica operetta, Gianni Schicchi opera, Les Misérables musical, Pretty Woman musical, but perhaps I am most proud of The Phantom of the Opera musical. I consider myself very fortunate to be able to do what I love and what I have always wanted to do.

Evelin Drahos

LEAD VOCALIST

I graduated from the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music in 2019 with a degree in classical vocal performance. Then I earned another degree in oratorio and song performance in 2021 and in vocal pedagogy in 2023, all from the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music. As of September 2023, I became a student at the Doctoral School of the University of Theatre and Film Arts. Since 2019, I have been a vocal soloist at the Budapest Operetta Theatre.

My Competition Results and Awards

2023: Marsallbot Award
2022: Balogh Lajos Award
2019: Special Prize of the MMA at the International Ferenc Lehár Operetta Singing Competition
2022: Second Prize at the VII. Contemporary Music Singing Competition
2023: First Prize at the World Open Online Music Competition, Serbia
2023: First Prize at the International Moscow Music Online-Competition
2023: Third Prize at PAW, Italy
2023: Special Prize of the Hungarian State Opera House at the VIII. Contemporary Music Singing Competition
Versünnep Festival - Special Prize, Audience Award
2024: First Prize in the chamber section at Danubia Talents

Ildikó Geier

LEAD VOCALIST

I am a singer, actress, and English teacher. I fell in love with choral singing during elementary school and later pursued solo singing studies in classical music. It was during this time that I developed a passion for the operetta genre.
My love for pop music never waned, so I began singing professionally in foreign hotels, which was followed by a singing job on ocean liners. Five years ago, I moved back to Hungary and started working with Silverline Cruises. Here, I was able to fully realize my potential as I no longer had to choose between pop and operetta. I am proud to call myself a singer of both the folk and piano shows.

György Balog

Pianist

I was 7 years old when I started learning to play the piano, and music has been my life ever since! I have performed at numerous concerts in Hungary and had the privilege of playing in Budapest's most beautiful hotels and finest restaurants. Meanwhile, I have also established myself on an international level. I have completed multiple contracts on cruise ships, where I had to maintain the highest standards, earning many callbacks and requests. I graduated from the Budapest University of Arts and continue to improve myself to excel in this profession.

Oszkár Mida

Pianist

My name is Oszkár Mida, I am 47 years old, and I come from a family of musicians. I have been involved in music professionally since the age of five. Throughout my life, I have worked as a cocktail pianist in North Africa and Europe. I have also performed in the Middle East on several ocean liners and cruise lines, as well as in numerous countries. In Budapest, I have played in several renowned hotels, such as the Four Seasons, Hotel Kempinski, and the New York Café.

I participated in the national bar pianist competition in 2012, where I reached the finals. As a finalist in 2015, I was invited to the Milan World Expo as a guest artist, representing Hungary. Last but not least, I am a founding member of the National Bar Pianist Association. Currently, I am playing on your ship, the Táltos, and at the Gundel Restaurant.
My motto: Music is a part of life, the voice of the soul.

Link: Mida Oszkár - New York Café Bárzongorista Verseny 2011 @ busakpeter.hu (youtube.com)

Tibor Taligás

Pianist

I have been playing the piano since I was five years old. I first studied classical music, then dance music, and jazz at the conservatory. I have been playing the piano for several decades at various events, parties, weddings, bars, and hotels in Norway, the Netherlands, Austria, Germany, and mostly in Switzerland. Unfortunately, I did not keep track of the many celebrities for whom I had the opportunity to play, but among them were kings, politicians, pop, jazz, and classical musicians, as well as world-famous actors.

My playing reflects the musical styles I love the most, and the audience also enjoys listening to them. To this day, I play a variety of musical styles; background music, entertaining and pop-dance music, salon and classical, swing, jazz, Latin, international evergreens—everything that can be played in a varied and sophisticated manner, and what the audience requests.

József Rácz

Lead violinist

I have been the lead violinist of the Silverline band for 7 years, which I am very proud of. I completed my studies at the Conservatory of Music, and during this time, I had the opportunity to practice the role of lead violinist in several renowned hotels, such as Hotel Béke Radisson, Corinthia Grand Hotel Royal, and many others. Throughout my life, I have participated in numerous tours with various small and large bands around the world.
The most interesting experience for me was a 10-day operetta concert series in Siberia, where we performed with famous operetta singers such as Zsuzsa Kalocsai, Trixi Teremi, and Szilárd Kovács. I would also like to highlight a concert where we accompanied Albano Carrisi in Vienna with a large orchestra.

Zoltán Lakatos

Viola

I am a violist. From 1994 to 2000, I studied at the Talentum International Dance and Music Art Vocational School in the Rajkó Orchestra. With the orchestra, I traveled to numerous countries around the world. After finishing school, I managed to find positions at the most famous Hungarian restaurants. I played at the Gundel Restaurant for eight years, where we performed for numerous world stars, including Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, and Rene Russo. Following this, I played at the Mátyás Pince for ten years.

Károly Fehér

Dulcimer

I am a cimbalom player. I come from a dynasty of musicians. I have played in numerous orchestras with many excellent musician colleagues. What I am most proud of is that I spent two and a half months in London at the restaurant in Harrods, where Mohamed al-Fayed was the director. We were also invited to the Ritz Hotel in Paris, where he was also the owner. There, we played for many celebrities, including Jean-Paul Belmondo, Julia Roberts, Woody Allen, and Gérard Depardieu.

Krisztián Molnár

Double bass

I come from a dynasty of double bass musicians. I represent a variety of musical styles. With famous musician colleagues, I have traveled almost the entire world. I am proud and feel fortunate to have played at a private, exclusive event for former U.S. President George H. W. Bush and Queen Elizabeth II.At another private event, we played for Hollywood actors and directors such as Jeremy Irons and Charles Dance. Most recently, I had the good fortune to play with George Benson, which remains a special experience for me.

Krisztina Szluka

I am the president and dance instructor at the Royal Dance Sport Dance Association. I have been dancing for 28 years and teaching for 18 years. I graduated from an arts school as a dancer and mime artist, and I also completed a sports coaching school. Currently, I am involved in the education of nearly 100 children, from preschoolers to adults. I started teaching class dances 13 years ago, and I have had the opportunity to participate in concerts and radio roadshows as a dancer.

At the arts school, I explored almost every genre: ballet, jazz, modern dance, folk dance, historical ballroom dances, etc. Additionally, I competitively performed acrobatic rock and roll, but my current great love in dance, which I not only learned and perform but also teach, is hip-hop dance. Since 2023, I have been a member of the HuNKuN DaNCe ensemble, which has given me the opportunity to perform in the rock opera "István a Király" and the concert show "Szállj Fel Szabad Madár." I also joined the Silverline Cruises dance team in 2023.

Edit Lilla Nagy

It can be said that dance is everything to me! Whether it's Hungarian Folk Dance, Competitive Dance, or Fashion Dance. I have been dancing competitively since I was nine years old, which has allowed me to travel almost the entire world. I graduated from the Hungarian Dance Academy in 2022 with a certified dance teacher's diploma. I have been dancing on the ship for five years, and I love it. I have been dancing with my partner for 12 years, mastering 15 different dance styles. Our Hungarian achievements include receiving the "Nívó Awarded Dancer" title from the Hungarian Fashion and Dance Sport Association every year from 2012 to 2018, and the "Dancer of the Year" award in junior and adult categories in 2014 and 2017. We were Hungarian champions in salsa and bachata from 2012 to 2020, and in the standard show category in 2017.

Some of our international achievements include placing 4th in the junior pair category at the famous Puerto Rican Salsa competition in 2016 and collecting a total of 78 gold, 26 silver, and 7 bronze medals in various dance categories at European and World Championships since 2014. Our greatest success was achieving 7th place in the salsa category at the 2017 World Games in Wroclaw. Every year we participate in the World Latin Dance Cup – in the Miami and Orlando American competitions – where we always finish on the podium, achieving a first and third place in 2023. In 2022, we were happy to secure two third places in Cancun, Mexico.

Erika Jászka

I graduated from the Hungarian Dance Academy with a degree in folk dance-theater dance, earning the Rábai Award. I joined the Experidance ensemble and was a soloist for 9 years. I danced with Varidance, a new company I helped found, for 6 years.

International work: I worked for the Costa company on an ocean liner as a dancer for a year and a half. After returning home, I worked as a freelancer before starting a family. Since 2016, I have been a member of the Silverline artist team. Currently, I am a master's student at the Hungarian Dance Academy, specializing in modern dance. My love of movement remains strong, as I also teach yoga to children.

Janka Komlósi

I am a dancer and folk-dance teacher. Since kindergarten, movement and dance have been integral to my life. I have tried many dance styles, but Hungarian folk dance is closest to my heart. I teach at an elementary art school from preschool to adult age. I find it important to understand our own and other nations' cultures, and I educate my students with this in mind. Our folklore show offers everyone a taste of the diversity of Hungarian folk dance in an interactive and entertaining way.

Nikolett Zsapka

Dance has been the focus of my life since childhood. I was 6 years old when I told my mother that I wanted to dance. I started attending a local show dance group, where I was completely captivated by this world. I already knew then that I wanted to do this as an adult. Later, I tried several styles, and in 2013 I graduated from an art school. Since then, I have been working as a freelance dance artist and organizer in folk dance and operetta genres. This has allowed me to participate in many productions both at home and abroad. In 2016, I joined Silverline as a dance artist and dance captain. Since then, with my small team, we strive every evening to give a little taste of the diversity of Hungarian folk dance.

Dávid Csík

I am currently working as a dancer and dance teacher. I started dancing in 2001, and it has since grown into a profession. I have performed in numerous performances and shows at home, and I am proud to have showcased the gems of Hungarian folk dance on every continent, including Toronto, New York, Moscow, and Beijing. Since 2022, I have been a member of this artistic team, where I always come with joy, like visiting a second family.

Levente Vincze

Since my childhood, I have lived under the spell of dance. I was a professional dancer for 15 years and currently dance as a freelancer. For me, dance is not only the non-verbal communication of emotions but also a way of life. I appreciate the constructive work of Silverline Cruises, which satisfies the gastronomic and artistic desires of our dear visitors at a high level. It is an honor to be part of such a team.

Roland Papp

I got acquainted with dance in elementary school, where we had a weekly 1-hour Swabian folk dance class. Later, at school, I tried hip-hop from 2006 to 2008. At that time, I did not yet realize that dance would be the one thing where I could fully express myself. When it came time to choose a career and I entered high school, I already knew that there was folk dance in the school I applied to, but it did not really interest me. Then, when I went to the freshman camp organized by the school, I had the opportunity to try Hungarian folk dance, and I could join the Gyöngyvirág Folk Dance Ensemble. I already felt then that this was what I had been longing for. In school, I met other young people who wanted to dance, and we formed a team called Walkers, where we learned and performed various street styles (Hip-Hop, Popping-Locking, Break, C-walk, Tutting, etc.). As the years went by, thanks to my dance teacher, I joined the Rajkó Artistic Ensemble, where I participated in regular performances.

In 2014, I became a member of the Hunkun dance ensemble, with which I managed to travel all over Hungary and even performed in Dubai. Simultaneously, since 2016, I have been with Silverline Cruises as a performing artist. Following this, I obtained my theater dancer qualification at the Budapest Dance Art Studio. In 2021, I started teaching Hip-Hop dance at the Royal Dance Dance Association. In the meantime, I have also had the opportunity to participate in several productions, such as the István a Király rock opera and the Szállj fel Szabadmadár concert show.

Meet the artists

Our Vocalists:

My Competition Results and Awards

Our musicians:

Our folk dancers: