KOVÁCS MÁRTON
He’s a folk musician, violinist, and folk music educator who actively participates in preserving and promoting the traditions of Hungarian folk music.
Kovács Márton has been a member of several well-known folk music ensembles, including Magos Ensemble, Budapest Mezőség Band, Zsikó Band, and Eszterlánc Ensemble.
He is a Junior Prima Award–winning musician, a prestigious Hungarian award recognizing outstanding talent and achievement.
He completed his musical studies as a folk violinist, including studies at the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music.
As a teacher, he teaches folk music at several folk music and music education institutions, such as the Sajnovics János Unified Primary School and Art School, as well as at various folk music camps and schools.
He regularly participates in folk music camps, festivals, and dance houses, often as an instructor.
He performs authentic Hungarian folk music, especially as a violinist, and takes part in various ensemble and educational projects.
Overall, Kovács Márton is a defining figure of contemporary Hungarian folk music: an outstanding instrumental performer, educator, and ensemble musician who contributes significantly to preserving and passing on the traditions of Hungarian folk music.
KÖNCZEI BÁLINT
Könczei Bálint is known in today’s Hungarian folk music scene primarily for his viola and accordion playing.
He gained recognition through the ensembles he is part of, which present traditional Hungarian and Central European folk music styles in live performances, often on international stages as well. The repertoire of the ensembles of which he is a member is built from folk songs, dance tunes, and instrumental melodies from various regions, while keeping both tradition and the expectations of contemporary audiences in mind.
