Levente Székely has ascended to the highest levels of his craft, both as a Hungarian diplomat (holding the rank of Ambassador) and a musician (as a violinist for the Hungarian State Folk Ensemble).  Interview highlights:   

 - growing up in the oppressive Ceausescu regime; 

- secret spies and the birth of the Transylvanian Tanchaz;  

- tips for diplomatic success; and  

- Nagysajo, home of the highest form of folk chamber music.    

Released on August 16, 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.