Mada & Hugh
2 Worlds. One Piano.
“When Romanian pianist Madalina Danila and Korean-American pianist Hugh Sung sit at one piano, sparks fly — passion, precision, and a touch of humor in every note.”
Concerts ready to book
Complete presenter-ready programs — each built around two pianists at one piano, with posters, repertoire, and practical details one click away.
Paris to Bucharest
A French–Romanian journey
Rhapsodic dances and piano poetry of Paris and Bucharest, with Debussy and Chaminade beside Enescu and folk tradition.
Enescu · Moszkowski · Bonis · Chaminade · Debussy
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America 250
A four-hand piano celebration
An enduring all-American celebration — Gershwin to Bernstein — created for America’s 250th anniversary, built to inspire year-round.
Gershwin · Copland · Florence Price · Bernstein
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SeasonalChristmas for Four Hands
From The Nutcracker to Charlie Brown
Tchaikovsky and Liszt, a little movie magic, and Vince Guaraldi’s Charlie Brown jazz — an hour of seasonal music at one piano.
Tchaikovsky · Liszt · John Williams · Guaraldi
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What pianists and presenters hear when Mada & Hugh sit down at one piano.
Serendipity is often achieved by the marriage of differing but complementary parts. Think of sunrise and sunset, shampoo and conditioner, or peaches and cream. Musical serendipity is found in the creative mesh of Mada & Hugh, whose energetic and insightful pianism illuminates the very essence of chamber music. Sheer delight!Sara Davis BuechnerPianist
Their inventive programming of new and lesser known works, as well as creative re-interpretations of the classics, combined with their dazzling virtuosity, enables the Mada & Hugh Piano Duo to present concerts of wide-ranging appeal that both entertain and emotionally move their enthusiastic audiences.Lambert OrkisPianist
Mada and Hugh are exceptional American pianists whose duo performances stand out for their depth and emotional sincerity. They have a remarkable ability to transform the potential of the acoustic piano sound into a powerful and moving experience for the listener.Anna Petrof ProuskováCEO, Petrof Pianos
Two pianists. One instrument.
We’re Mada & Hugh, an internationally acclaimed four-hand piano duo. What is a four-hand duo? Two pianists playing together at one piano — a rich tapestry of sound, texture, and rhythm that no solo pianist can create alone.
Our partnership joins Mădălina’s Romanian classical training with Hugh’s Korean-American musical perspective — performances that bridge cultures and generations, honoring classical tradition while embracing our own arrangements. You’ll find us everywhere from intimate recital halls to festival stages and embassy concerts.
Three ways to experience us
Concert Performances
From intimate recital halls to grand concert venues, we deliver captivating performances that showcase the full potential of four-hand piano music — classical masterworks, romantic favorites, and our own arrangements of popular songs.
Educational Programs
We’re passionate about sharing the art of collaborative piano. Our educational concerts and masterclasses introduce audiences to the unique challenges and rewards of four-hand playing.
Custom Arrangements
We explore the rich classical repertoire for our combination and write our own arrangements of popular tunes — each crafted to make the most of two pianists at one instrument.
The four-hand difference
Four-hand piano music combines the precision of chamber music with the power of orchestral arrangements. When two pianists share one instrument, they create:
- Rich harmonic textures impossible with solo piano
- Dynamic contrasts that span the full range of the instrument
- Rhythmic complexity that emerges from true musical collaboration
- Intimate musical dialogue between two artists in real time
Experience our music
Dvořák — Slavonic Dance
Op. 72 No. 1 · four hands
Suita din Dobrogea
Traditional · arr. Mada & Hugh
Hedwig’s Theme
John Williams · arr. Mada & Hugh
Notes from the bench
Behind-the-scenes conversations about our creative process, the surprising history of four-hand piano music, and live performances recorded in our studio.
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Program posters, bios, photos, videos, repertoire, and booking details — everything a presenter needs, gathered on one page.
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Concert series, festivals, educational events, embassy concerts, cultural exchanges, special celebrations.
Available for the 2026–27 season