Béla Bartók (1881–1945) was a Hungarian composer, pianist, and ethnomusicologist whose innovative approach and deep engagement with folk music profoundly shaped 20th-century classical music. He is widely regarded as one of the most significant composers of his era.
Born on March 25, 1881, in Nagyszentmiklós, Austria-Hungary (now Sânnicolau Mare, Romania), Bartók displayed exceptional musical talent from a young age. He received his formal training at the Budapest Academy of Music. During this period, his fascination with folk music began to grow, leading him to undertake extensive travels across Eastern Europe to collect and document traditional melodies.
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Stations that played Bartók Béla in the last 30 days
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All Classical Piano Chamber Works and Concertos
Japan · Classical - 28×
Live Adagio
United States · Classical - 17×
20th Century Classical Radio
Greece · Romantic Classical - 16×
Metro Virtuoso Hits
Bulgaria · Classical - 9×
Radio Suita
Slovakia · Classical - 9×
Easy Network Classic
Italy · Classical - 9×
Szent Korona Rádió - Forrás
Hungary · Classical - 7×
Radio Classique
France · Classical - 5×
La Classica
United States · Classical - 4×
NPO Radio 4
Netherlands · Classical - 4×
All Classical New Releases
Japan · Romantic Classical - 4×
2MBS Fine Music Sydney AAC 256
Australia · Jazz
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