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References
- ↑ Budapest Strings (Instrumental Ensemble). History of the orchestra on the website Bach Cantatas.
- ↑ Report about the concert
- ↑ Adelson, Robert. "Budapest Strings". www.allmusic.com. Retrieved 24 August 2018.
