Haydn's contemporary reputation was that of the greatest living composer of his day, a testament to his masterful command of technique and inventiveness.
Performer Biography
The Kodály Quartet adopted its name with the approval of the Hungarian Ministry of Culture and Education.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at Hungaroton Studios in Rottenbiller Street, Budapest, in March and May of 1989.
Album & Artwork
The cover art for this album features a painting of Joseph Haydn by Ludwig Guttenbrunn.
Performer Biography
The Sebestyén Quartet, which included future members of the Kodály Quartet, won first prize at the 1968 Leo Weiner Quartet Competition in Budapest.
Performer Biography
Three members of the Kodály Quartet — Tamás Szabó (second violin), Gábor Fias (viola), and János Devich (cello) — were previously in the Sebestyén Quartet.
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