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Levente Fazakas is widely regarded as Transylvania’s top Tanchaz violinist, and is the musical director of the Háromszék Dance Ensemble and popular Heveder band. 

Interview highlights:

- secrets to success in winning a prímás competition;

- the unique camaraderie between Transylvanian musicians;

- how to unleash the full potential of students;

- Prince Charles’ favorite Transylvanian men’s dance; and

- balancing family life as a full-time musician.

Released on August 31, 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. Read more at www.kalmanmagyar.com.