Walt Mahovlich is a key figure in North America for the preservation and performance of music from the Carpathian Basin and South Slavic nations.    

Interview highlights:  

- growing up in the Hungarian city of Cleveland; 

- the functional role of “nota”;  

• the Harmonia Band and how to craft an evocative and emotional experience for American audiences; and  

• how being a full-time musician impacted Walt's relationship with music.    

Released on August 24, 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.