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)
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