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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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  • Béla Bartók, Zoltán Kocsis ‎– Works For Piano Solo (4) / Allegro barbaro, Rumanian Christmas Carols, Rumanian Folk Dances, Sonatina, Suite op. 14 / Hungaroton Classic ‎Audio CD 2008 Stereo / HCD 32527 Béla Bartók, Zoltán Kocsis ‎– Works For Piano Solo (4) / Allegro barbaro, Rumanian Christmas Carols, Rumanian Folk Dances, Sonatina, Suite op. 14 / Hungaroton Classic ‎Audio CD 2008 Stereo / HCD 32527
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  • Bartok - 3 Burlesques, Allegro Barbaro, Sonatina, The First Term At The Piano, Suite Op. 14 / Gyula Kiss - piano / Hungaroton Classic Audio CD 1995 Stereo / HCD 31604 Bartok - 3 Burlesques, Allegro Barbaro, Sonatina, The First Term At The Piano, Suite Op. 14 / Gyula Kiss - piano / Hungaroton Classic Audio CD 1995 Stereo / HCD 31604
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  • Bartók Béla - Concerto For Orchestra, Divertimento / Hungarian State Orchestra, Antal Doráti / Hungaroton Classic ‎Audio CD 1995 Stereo / HCD 11437 Bartók Béla - Concerto For Orchestra, Divertimento / Hungarian State Orchestra, Antal Doráti / Hungaroton Classic ‎Audio CD 1995 Stereo / HCD 11437
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  • Dohnanyi - Suite en Valse Op. 39a / Bartok - The Miraculous Mandarin Op. 19 / Duo Egri & Pertis - Two Pianos, Piano Duet / Hungaroton Classic Audio CD 2005 Stereo / HCD 32321 Dohnanyi - Suite en Valse Op. 39a / Bartok - The Miraculous Mandarin Op. 19 / Duo Egri & Pertis - Two Pianos, Piano Duet / Hungaroton Classic Audio CD 2005 Stereo / HCD 32321
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  • Liszt - Annees de pelerinage, selections / Irene Polya - paino / Hungaroton Classic Audio CD 2004 Stereo / HCD 31517 Liszt - Annees de pelerinage, selections / Irene Polya - paino / Hungaroton Classic Audio CD 2004 Stereo / HCD 31517
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  • My Favourite Liszt & Bartok Pieces / Tamas Erdi - piano / Hungaroton Classic Audio CD 2006 Stereo / HCD 32437 My Favourite Liszt & Bartok Pieces / Tamas Erdi - piano / Hungaroton Classic Audio CD 2006 Stereo / HCD 32437
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  • Bartók – Complete Solo Piano Music / György Sándor ‎/ Grand Prix du Disque / VoxBox ‎5x Audio CD 2003 / CD5X 3610 Bartók – Complete Solo Piano Music / György Sándor ‎/ Grand Prix du Disque / VoxBox ‎5x Audio CD 2003 / CD5X 3610
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    Bartók – Complete Solo Piano Music (5 CD Box Set)

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  • Bela Bartok - Choral Works (1) - Female, Male & Mixed Choruses / Hungarian National Choir, Slovak Philharmonic Choir, Kriszitan Kocsis - piano, Zoltan Kocsis / Bartok New Series / Hungaroton Audio CD 2016 Hybrid Disc / HSACD 32522 Bela Bartok - Choral Works (1) - Female, Male & Mixed Choruses / Hungarian National Choir, Slovak Philharmonic Choir, Kriszitan Kocsis - piano, Zoltan Kocsis / Bartok New Series / Hungaroton Audio CD 2016 Hybrid Disc / HSACD 32522
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    Bela Bartok - Choral Works (1) - Female, Male & Mixed Choruses / Hungarian National Choir, Slovak Philharmonic Choir, Kriszitan Kocsis - piano, Zoltan Kocsis / Bartok New Series / Hungaroton Audio CD 2016 Hybrid Disc / HSACD 32522

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  • Flute Visions of 20th Century / Muczynski, Berio, Hindemith, Bartok-Arma, Geszler, Kurtag / Anna Garzuly - flute, Dorian Keilhack - piano / Hungaroton Classic Audio CD 1996 Stereo / HCD 31655 Flute Visions of 20th Century / Muczynski, Berio, Hindemith, Bartok-Arma, Geszler, Kurtag / Anna Garzuly - flute, Dorian Keilhack - piano / Hungaroton Classic Audio CD 1996 Stereo / HCD 31655
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    Flute Visions of 20th Century / Muczynski, Berio, Hindemith, Bartok-Arma, Geszler, Kurtag / Anna Garzuly - flute, Dorian Keilhack - piano / Hungaroton Classic Audio CD 1996 Stereo / HCD 31655

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  • Bartok Conservatory, Symphonie Orchestra and Choir, Budapest - Hungary / Jozsef Soproni: Missa choralis - 1992 / Mozart: Missa solemnis, c Moll, K. 139 (''Waisenhaus-Messe'') / Conductor: Tibor Szabo / Bartok Foundation for Young Orchestras Audio CD / B-FYO 001 Bartok Conservatory, Symphonie Orchestra and Choir, Budapest - Hungary / Jozsef Soproni: Missa choralis - 1992 / Mozart: Missa solemnis, c Moll, K. 139 (''Waisenhaus-Messe'') / Conductor: Tibor Szabo / Bartok Foundation for Young Orchestras Audio CD / B-FYO 001
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    Bartok Conservatory, Symphonie Orchestra and Choir, Budapest - Hungary / Soproni: Missa choralis - 1992 / Mozart: Missa solemnis, c Moll, K. 139 / Conductor: Tibor Szabo / Bartok Foundation for Young Orchestras Audio CD / B-FYO 001

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    Bartok Conservatory, Symphonie Orchestra and Choir, Budapest - Hungary / Jozsef Soproni: Missa choralis - 1992 / Mozart: Missa solemnis, c Moll, K. 139 (''Waisenhaus-Messe'') / Conductor: Tibor Szabo / Bartok Foundation for Young Orchestras Audio...
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  • Liszt - Hungarian Rhapsody / Hungarian Fantasia / London Symphony Orchestra / Philips Classics Production Audio CD Stereo / 461 096-2 Liszt - Hungarian Rhapsody / Hungarian Fantasia / London Symphony Orchestra / Philips Classics Production Audio CD Stereo / 461 096-2
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    Liszt - Hungarian Rhapsody / Hungarian Fantasia / London Symphony Orchestra / Philips Classics Production Audio CD Stereo / 461 096-2

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