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Béla Bartók

Béla Bartók – Pioneer of Ethnomusicology and 20th-Century Modernism

Béla Viktor János Bartók (1881–1945) was a Hungarian composer, pianist, and ethnomusicologist, widely regarded as one of the most significant composers of the 20th century. Alongside Franz Liszt, he is celebrated as one of Hungary's greatest musical figures. His groundbreaking work in folk music research laid the foundation for modern ethnomusicology, as he meticulously collected and analyzed traditional music from Hungary, the Carpathian Basin, and beyond, incorporating these influences into his compositions.

A Revolutionary Approach to Tonality and Nationalism

Bartók's music reflects two defining trends of 20th-century composition:

  1. The Breakdown of Traditional Harmony – He moved beyond the diatonic system, exploring new tonal structures and dissonances that shaped modern classical music.
  2. Folk Music as Inspiration – He infused his works with the rhythms and scales of Hungarian and Eastern European folk music, much like Mikhail Glinka and Antonín Dvořák before him. His fieldwork extended beyond Europe, reaching as far as Algeria and Turkey, making him a pioneer in blending indigenous elements with classical forms.

Bartók’s Signature Style – Night Music & Beyond

One of Bartók’s most distinctive compositional techniques is "Night Music", a style heard in the slow movements of his later works. This haunting and atmospheric style features eerie dissonances, nature-inspired sounds, and isolated melodies, evoking a sense of solitude and mystery. A prime example is the Adagio from Music for Strings, Percussion, and Celesta, which showcases his ability to create tension and otherworldly beauty through sound.

A Lasting Influence on Modern Music

Bartók’s compositions span multiple periods of his life, evolving from romantic influences to bold modernist experimentation. His piano works, orchestral compositions, string quartets, and concertos remain central to the repertoire, influencing generations of composers. His legacy endures not only in his music but also in his contributions to ethnomusicology, ensuring the preservation and scholarly study of folk traditions worldwide.

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  • The Microcosm of String Ensemble Music 2 / based on Béla Bartók's Mikrokosmos - Intermediate / Sheet music and download code / Author: Bartók Béla / Selected and transcribed by Soós András / Pedagogical assistant: Borsos Ágnes / Editio Musica Budapest Zeneműkiadó / 2021 / Szerző: Bartók Béla / Válogatta és átírta Soós András / Pedagógiai munkatárs: Borsos Ágnes The Microcosm of String Ensemble Music 2 / based on Béla Bartók's Mikrokosmos - Intermediate / Sheet music and download code / Author: Bartók Béla / Selected and transcribed by Soós András / Pedagogical assistant: Borsos Ágnes / Editio Musica Budapest Zeneműkiadó / 2021 / Szerző: Bartók Béla / Válogatta és átírta Soós András / Pedagógiai munkatárs: Borsos Ágnes
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    The Microcosm of String Ensemble Music 2 – Intermediate Edition (Music Score)

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    The Microcosm of String Ensemble Music 2 – Intermediate Edition (Music Score) Based on Béla Bartók's Mikrokosmos – Sheet Music and Download Code Product Overview English:Discover an innovative adaptation of one of the 20th...
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    The Microcosm of String Ensemble Music 2 – Double Bass Part (Intermediate) | Music Score

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    The Microcosm of String Ensemble Music 2 – Intermediate Violin Part | Music Score

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  • The Microcosm of String Ensemble Music 1 / based on Béla Bartók's Mikrokosmos - Elementary (first position) / Author: Bartók Béla / Selected and transcribed by Soós András / Editio Musica Budapest Zeneműkiadó / 2021 / A vonós kamarazene mikrokozmosza 1 / Bartók Béla Mikrokosmos című sorozata alapján - Alapfok (első fekvés) / Szerző: Bartók Béla / Válogatta és átírta Soós András The Microcosm of String Ensemble Music 1 / based on Béla Bartók's Mikrokosmos - Elementary (first position) / Author: Bartók Béla / Selected and transcribed by Soós András / Editio Musica Budapest Zeneműkiadó / 2021 / A vonós kamarazene mikrokozmosza 1 / Bartók Béla Mikrokosmos című sorozata alapján - Alapfok (első fekvés) / Szerző: Bartók Béla / Válogatta és átírta Soós András
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    The Microcosm of String Ensemble Music 1 – Violin 1 Part (Elementary) | Sheet Music

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  • Franz Liszt - Annees de pelerinage: Italie, Deux Legendes - Wilhelm Kempff / The Originals / Deutsche Grammophon Audio CD Stereo / 00289 477 9374 Franz Liszt - Annees de pelerinage: Italie, Deux Legendes - Wilhelm Kempff / The Originals / Deutsche Grammophon Audio CD Stereo / 00289 477 9374
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  • Bartok New Series: Choral Works (2) - Twenty-Seven Choruses / Cantemus Children's Choir, Pro Musica Girl's Choir, Denes Szabo / Hungaroton Classic Audio CD 2008 / HSACD 32523 Bartok New Series: Choral Works (2) - Twenty-Seven Choruses / Cantemus Children's Choir, Pro Musica Girl's Choir, Denes Szabo / Hungaroton Classic Audio CD 2008 / HSACD 32523
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  • Djabe and the Hungarian Symphony Orchestra Miskolc – Forward Live at the Bela Bartok National Concert Hall, Budapest / GR1993 Records 2x Audio CD + DVD Audio + DVD Video 2018 / GR-130 Djabe and the Hungarian Symphony Orchestra Miskolc – Forward Live at the Bela Bartok National Concert Hall, Budapest / GR1993 Records 2x Audio CD + DVD Audio + DVD Video 2018 / GR-130
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  • Liszt Ferenc: Die Gräberinsel der Fürsten zu Gotha / Edited by Schnapp, Friedrich / Editio Musica Budapest Zeneműkiadó / 1985 / Közreadta Schnapp, Friedrich Liszt Ferenc: Die Gräberinsel der Fürsten zu Gotha / Edited by Schnapp, Friedrich / Editio Musica Budapest Zeneműkiadó / 1985 / Közreadta Schnapp, Friedrich
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    Liszt Ferenc: Csárdás obstinée / for violoncello and piano / Arranged by Csíky Boldizsár / Editio Musica Budapest Zeneműkiadó / 2011 / Átdolgozta Csíky Boldizsár

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  • Liszt Ferenc: Áradj tiszta napsugár / Words by Rossa Ernő / Editio Musica Budapest Zeneműkiadó / 1952 / Szövegíró: Rossa Ernő
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    Liszt Ferenc: Áradj tiszta napsugár / Words by Rossa Ernő / Editio Musica Budapest Zeneműkiadó / 1952 / Szövegíró: Rossa Ernő

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  • Kroó György: Bartók kalauz / book / Editio Musica Budapest Zeneműkiadó / 1971 Kroó György: Bartók kalauz / book / Editio Musica Budapest Zeneműkiadó / 1971
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    Kroó György: Bartók kalauz / book / Editio Musica Budapest Zeneműkiadó / 1971

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