noun
- Plural of czardas; a traditional Hungarian folk dance with a slow introduction followed by a fast, energetic section, or the music for such a dance.
Usage: Also spelled csárdás in Hungarian.; Often performed at Hungarian cultural events and celebrations.
Examples
- The orchestra performed several czardases during the Hungarian cultural festival.
- Dancers in traditional costumes performed czardases with impressive footwork.
- The violinist played a medley of czardases that captivated the audience.
- Czardases are characterized by their dramatic shift from slow, melancholic passages to rapid, spirited movements.
- Many classical composers have written arrangements of famous czardases for concert performance.