johannes brahms' hungarian dance no. 5 is a well-known and popular work that was originally composed for piano four-hands (two pianists playing on one piano). it is part of a collection of 21 hungarian dances that brahms wrote in the 1870s, which were based on folk melodies from hungary and transylvania. the hungarian dance no. 5 is a lively and energetic piece that features a fast tempo, catchy rhythms, and virtuosic piano writing. it is written in the style of a gypsy dance and is known for its lively and energetic character. the hungarian symphony orchestra budapest is a professional orchestra based in budapest, hungary, and it is known for its high-quality performances of classical music, including works by brahms and other romantic-era composers.