2.4K views · 58 reactions | In this whirlwind 1959 rendition of Monti’s Czardas, Baron Buika Van Balthazar plays on one then two violins, transforming a Hungarian folk dance into a virtuosic spectacle —the gypsy fire meeting aristocratic grace. Born in Budapest to a lineage of violinists, Baron Buika left Hungary at only three and grew up in Switzerland, giving his first solo concert at just eight with the Bern Symphony Orchestra. | Lindita Odjoska | Facebook

The Spanish composer Sarasate was a violin virtuoso, honored as the dedicatee of works by many peers. Likely inspired by his 1877 Budapest visit, Zigeunerweisen uses popular Hungarian melodies and is modeled on the folk dance czárdás, which begins in slow tempo and culminates in a spirited conclusion. Currently, Shen Yun is having performances in 2026 worldwide. Book your tickets now: https://sypa.us/tickets See more: https://www.shenyun.com | Ho Thuy | Facebook