This research provides a comprehensive ethnomusicological exploration of the "Style Hongrois" and its profound impact on 19th-century Western classical music, specifically focusing on the masterpieces of Franz Liszt and Johannes Brahms. While often categorized broadly as "Hungarian," this study illuminates the critical distinction between the urban, Romani-influenced Verbunkos tradition and the authentic peasant folk music later uncovered by Béla Bartók and Zoltán Kodály.
By analyzing the socio-cultural dynamics of the time, the paper examines how 19th-century Exoticism and the virtuosity of Romani musicians shaped the musical identity of Hungary in the European imagination. The study contributes to the literature by bridging the gap between historical musicology and ethnomusicological field analysis, offering readers a deep understanding of how national identity is constructed and mediated through musical borrowing.
Key highlights include:
• A detailed analysis of the Lassú-Friss structure and its adaptation by Western composers.
• The role of Romani ensembles in disseminating the "Style Hongrois."
• A comparative look at the Romantic perception versus the scientific ethnomusicological documentation of Hungarian music.
Ideal for students, researchers, and music enthusiasts, this paper serves as an essential guide to understanding the intersection of nationalism, exoticism, and traditional music in the Romantic era.
- Quote paper
- Mahmud Muhsin (Author), 2026, The Influence of "Style Hongrois" on Western Classical Music. An Ethnomusicological Analysis, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1697343
