VAJDASZENTIVÁNY

Vajdaszentivány is located in the Transylvanian Mezőség region, 18 km north of Marosvásárhely and 10 km southwest of Szászrégen, on the right bank of the Lúc stream.
Dance Types:
Verbunk:
This dance traditionally opens the dance sequence but was also performed during breaks in the dances at the audience's request, in front of the orchestra. It has two forms: one performed solo with a free structure, and another danced in a circle as a group.
Fast Spinning Dance (Sebes forduló):
Both the opening dance and other couple dances belong to the category of spinning pair dances. The fast-spinning dance is characterized by a close-hold spinning motion, with the woman being spun under the arm. The dance starts with a "resting part" (known as the single Csárdás), followed by a left-turning "ricálás" (a shaking movement) as an introduction to the spins. During the under-arm spins, women often hold a scarf, which the man uses to spin his partner. This is followed by a close-hold rightward couple spin, after which the "ricálás" can begin again. The sections of the dance are not long but are frequently repeated and alternated.
Slow Csárdás (Lassú csárdás):
The slow Csárdás shares the same structure as the fast-spinning dance, including the resting part (double Csárdás), close-hold couple spinning to the right and left, and under-arm spins. However, the rhythm of its movements varies to match the pulse of the music.
Korcsos:
The Korcsos is a local variation of the so-called "Marosszék Spinning Dance." The transition from the slow section to the Korcsos music is seamless, so the dance does not need to pause. Its movements are identical to those of the slow Csárdás.
Gypsy Csárdás (Cigánycsárdás):
Within the dance sequence, the Csárdás is the fastest-tempo dance. After the Korcsos, the music restarts with the Csárdás. The structure and movements of the dance are similar to the slow Csárdás. Occasionally, it includes separate improvisations, where the steps may feature intricate variations or incorporate figures from the Verbunk.
Batuka:
The Batuka (bâtuta) was traditionally danced by Romanians but over time was replaced by dances performed by Hungarians. Both its movements and structure are identical to the fast-spinning dance.

NAGYECSED

Nagyecsed is a "dancing settlement" of outstanding importance, where the Hungarian verbunk, the slow and fresh csárdás, the gypsy solo, botolo and gypsy csárdás are still danced together today by young and old, Hungarians and Gypsies.
Nationally recognized masters and scholars of both Hungarian and Gypsy dances were born and lived here. Thanks to the isolation of the settlement, the characteristic dance set, the rich, unique motif material, the song set, and the customs related to the dances have remained unchanged, so those who want to learn all this from local informants still visit the settlement of Nagyecsed and its dancers today. 

In terms of dances, Nagyecsed belongs to the middle or Tisza dance dialect, within which the Upper Tisza-vidék dialect area, which is the area that best represents and is the richest of the great dance dialects and has a very significant role in the evaluation of the entire Hungarian dance treasure. Today, the Hungarian and Gypsy dance culture of Nagyecsed not only determines the life of the settlement, its role in shaping the community, preserving traditions and renewing traditions, but also enjoys national and international popularity and recognition.