Robert Mándel, born in Budapest in 1957, is a distinguished Hungarian musician and instrument maker renowned for his mastery of the hurdy-gurdy. After completing an apprenticeship in musical instrument crafting, he dedicated himself to performing on instruments of his own creation. Mándel has graced stages across Hungary, Austria, Britain, Finland, France, the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, and the United States, captivating audiences with his authentic renditions of East European folk music. His contributions extend beyond performance; he has been featured in numerous radio and television programs and has authored articles in various international periodicals. ([nts.live](https://www.nts.live/artists/72548-robert-mandel?utm_source=openai))