devizális
Devizális refers to a type of Hungarian folk dance that originated in the Transdanubian region, particularly in the villages around Lake Balaton. The term "devizális" is derived from the Hungarian word *deviza*, meaning "currency" or "exchange," which historically reflected the dance's association with seasonal labor migration and the exchange of goods or money among rural communities. This dance is characterized by its lively, rhythmic movements, often performed in a circle or line formation, and is typically accompanied by traditional Hungarian folk music played on instruments such as the cimbalom, violin, and accordion.
Devizális dances are usually performed at local festivals, weddings, and other communal gatherings. They often feature
The tradition of devizális has deep roots in Hungary’s agricultural past, where seasonal work, such as grape
Today, devizális remains a vibrant part of Hungarian folklore, performed at cultural events both in Hungary