Brahms – Hungarian Dance No. 5 Johannes Brahms' Hungarian Dance No. 5 (Ungarische Tänze Nr.5) is one of the most iconic and beloved works in classical music.Its passionate rhythms and melancholic yet lively melody vividly evoke the spirit of Eastern Europe, captivating listeners around the world. Overview of the Piece Hungarian Dance No. 5 is part of Brahms' Hungarian Dances, a collection of 21 pieces published in 1869.Inspired by Hungarian folk melodies and the style of gypsy music, Brahms arranged and composed these dances, originally writing many for piano four hands. Among them, No. 5 stands out as the most ...