Kálmán Balogh is the master of the cimbalom; He traces his descent from a famous dynasty of Hungarian Gypsy musicians. His virtuosity is matched only by his understanding of, and respect for his heritage. A graduate of the prestigious Ferenc Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest, he has toured the world, capturing the hearts of audiences wherever he played.

Balogh spent decades studying the music of the Roma in Europe and Asia. His love, knowledge, and respect for the music of his people is unsurpassed. He has performed and toured extensively with many of the best folk bands and has recorded dozens of albums with them and as a solo artist. He was a featured performer in numerous major European festivals and venues featuring Gypsy music.