🎻 In this Hungarian Dance No.1, Johannes Brahms captured ecstatic energy of the traditional Hungarian folk dance characterized by dramatically varying tempos, lively rhythms, and whirling virtuosо passages. Brahms has been inspired to compose his Hungarian Dances since he was 20 years old when he met the Hungarian violinist Ede Reményi. Brahms became Ede’s accompanying pianist touring with him all around Europe and learning about native Hungarian folk music. | Nikolay Madoyan

Czardas – A Famous Hungarian Folk Dance Csárdás is a well-known virtuosic piece based on traditional Hungarian folk dances. It was composed by Vittorio Monti (1868–1922), an Italian composer and violinist, in 1904. The piece is famous for its contrasting sections, starting with a slow, expressive Lassú section and transitioning into a lively, fast-paced Friss section. Originally written for violin and piano, it has been adapted for various instruments and remains a favorite among musicians for i