Kalman Dreisziger

04/08/2020 1h 24min

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Episode Synopsis

Kalman Dreisziger is a leading Hungarian folk dance expert, author, and organizer, as well as a now-retired creative director in the advertising industries of Toronto and Montreal.  Interview highlights:

- the earth-shattering experience of witnessing his first Tanchaz;

- his involvement in the evolution of presenting folk dance on stage;

- brief overview of Hungarian folk dance history; and

- the advertising, commercialization, and future of folk music and dance.

Released on August 6, 2020.

Tanchaz Talk is the world’s only English-language program focusing primarily on Hungarian folk music. 

“Tanchaz Talk Interviews” features long-form interviews with a wide range of guests appearing on the program. 

More (non-interview) episodes of Tanchaz Talk, featuring a mix of music and stories, are available on www.tanchaz.com and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/kalmanmagyar. 

Host Kalman Magyar (Öcsi) is one of North America’s leading Hungarian folk musicians and personalities. at www.kalmanmagyar.com.