Composer of the Week - Zoltan Kodaly (1882-1967)
Donald Macleod explores the music of Hungarian composer Zoltan Kodaly, who lived and worked against a backdrop of unprecedented social and political turbulence
Composer of the Week - Zoltan Kodaly (1882-1967) - A Patriot
Donald Macleod explores Kodaly's efforts to enhance Hungary's cultural identity. Including See the Gypsy Eats Cheese; Hary Janos (excerpts); St Gregory Procession; The Peacock.
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Composer of the Week - Zoltan Kodaly (1882-1967) - International Acclaim
Donald Macleod examines Kodaly's increasing international success, including his relationship with Britain. Including Summer Evening; Concerto for Orchestra; Fancy; Ode to Music.
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Composer of the Week - Zoltan Kodaly (1882-1967) - The Final Years
Donald Macleod explores Kodaly's life in Hungary under communist rule, following World War II. Including Children's Dances (No 1); Hymn of Zrinyi; Symphony in C; King Laszlo's Men.
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Composer of the Week - Zoltan Kodaly (1882-1967) - The Mission
Donald Macleod explores Kodaly's early life, including his experiences growing up in the Hungarian countryside and as a young man in Budapest. Including Dances of Galanta, Evening.
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Composer of the Week - Zoltan Kodaly (1882-1967) - War and Revolution
Donald Macleod examines how the First World War and the subsequent traumatic events in Hungary affected Kodaly. A Red Apple Smiles; Cello Sonata, Op 8; Psalmus Hungaricus, Op 13.
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