The Last Century

Together with Franz Liszt, Bartók is considered the greatest Hungarian composer. He was one of the key figures in the classical music of the last century, but was also important for Hungarian folk music. His music can be heard on the Concertzender every first Wednesday of the month.

Playlist:

– Béla Bartók. Măruntel (Romanian folk dance). Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra conducted by Hugh Wolff.

– Bartók. Hungarian Sketches. Chicago Symphony Orchestra conducted by Fritz Reiner.

– Bartók. Piano sonata. Martha Argerich, piano.

– Bartók. Altviolin concerto. Dimitar Penkov, altviolin. Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra conducted by Nikos Athineos.

– Zoltán Kodály. Hungarian rondo. Philharmonia Orchestra conducted by Yondani Butt.