Description
Miklós Kocsár – Hungarian Composers 13 / by Rita Gerencsér / Magus Publishing / Paperback
ISBN-10: 9638278986
ISBN-13: 978-9638278982 / 9789638278982
Publisher: Magus Publishing (2001)
Language: English
Format: Paperback, 32 pages
Overview
Miklós Kocsár – Hungarian Composers 13 presents an insightful exploration of the life and work of one of Hungary’s most distinguished 20th-century composers. Written by Rita Gerencsér, this concise monograph from the Hungarian Composers series offers readers a clear, accessible, and richly detailed portrait of Kocsár’s musical journey — from his early education in Debrecen to his acclaimed career as a composer and educator in Budapest.
This book serves as both a valuable reference for students of music and a meaningful introduction for those who wish to discover the cultural and spiritual dimensions of Hungarian modern composition.
Product Features
- Series: Hungarian Composers, Vol. 13
- Author: Rita Gerencsér
- Pages: 32
- Binding: Paperback
- Publisher: Magus Publishing, Budapest
- Publication Year: 2001
- Language: English
- Genre: Musicology, Composer Biography, Hungarian Classical Music
Interesting Facts
Miklós Kocsár (1933–2019) was a Hungarian composer known for his refined harmonic language, choral music, and dedication to education. Born in Debrecen, he studied at the Liszt Academy of Music under Ferenc Farkas, whose mentorship helped shape Kocsár’s distinctive style — one that blended classical structure with modern tonal sensibilities.
Kocsár was also a beloved teacher, serving as a Professor at the Béla Bartók Conservatory and later contributing to the Hungarian Radio from 1974 to 1995. His compositions, often inspired by Hungarian folk traditions and sacred texts, express both musical sophistication and spiritual depth.
In recognition of his contribution to national culture, he received the Erkel Prize (1973) and other national honors throughout his lifetime.
Publishers
Magus Publishing (Magus Kiadó), a Budapest-based publisher, is renowned for its Hungarian Composers series, which documents the lives and legacies of Hungary’s most important musical figures — providing essential resources for music scholars, teachers, and enthusiasts.
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Hungarian Translation
Áttekintés
A Miklós Kocsár – Magyar zeneszerzők 13 kötet Rita Gerencsér tollából betekintést nyújt a 20. századi magyar zeneszerzés egyik legjelentősebb alakjának életébe és művészetébe. A könyv rövid, de részletesen bemutatja Kocsár Miklós pályafutását a debreceni gyökerektől a budapesti tanári és zeneszerzői munkásságig.
Érdekességek
Kocsár Miklós (1933–2019) zeneszerző, tanár, a magyar zenei élet meghatározó alakja volt. A Liszt Ferenc Zeneművészeti Főiskolán tanult Farkas Ferenc irányítása alatt, és stílusát a klasszikus formaérzék és a modern harmónia ötvözése jellemezte. 1973-ban elnyerte az Erkel-díjat, és 1974–1995 között a Magyar Rádió munkatársa volt.
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