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Zoltán Kodály (1882-1967)

Information about the composer Zoltán Kodály and his operas.

A Hungarian composer and ethnomusicologist. He wrote one symphony.

Operas:

Háry János

The suite from Kodály's only opera is well known, but the full opera is rarely performed.

Recommended recordings on CD

Ferencsik/Sólyom-Nagy/Takács (Hungaroton HCD 12837/2)

HCD 12837/2

An excellent performance, but let down by poor recorded sound. The CD is unfortunately out of print.

Hungarian Radio/TV Children's Chorus, Hungarian State Opera Chorus, Hungarian State Opera Orchestra, conducted by János Ferencsik.

Hungaroton HCD 12837/2

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