Kodály in England - A Documentary Study (I: 1913–28)

The significant role which England played in Kodály's international career is so well-known that it virtually borders on a commonplace. His works found outstanding performers, a comprehending public, receptive critics and also publishers in these islands. It is also well known that the Hungaria...

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Published in:Tempo (London) 1982-12 (143), p.2-9
Main Author: Breuer, János
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cello sonatas
Choirs
Composers
Music
Music composition
Music criticism
Music publishing
Musical performance
Performing artists
String quartets
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Summary:The significant role which England played in Kodály's international career is so well-known that it virtually borders on a commonplace. His works found outstanding performers, a comprehending public, receptive critics and also publishers in these islands. It is also well known that the Hungarian master drew upon English musical practice. In his music pedagogy he applied John Curwen's Tonic Sol-Fa method. In choral culture he regarded the practice in England as a direct example.
ISSN:0040-2982
1478-2286
DOI:10.1017/S0040298200032733