Alexander Moyzes, alongside Eugen Suchoň and Ján Cikker, is considered one of the three leading composers of his generation in Slovakia, known for creating a Slovak-inspired style that incorporated contemporary European trends.
Composer Biography
Alexander Moyzes, a significant figure in modern Slovak music, studied at the Prague Conservatory and later with Vítězslav Novák, who directed his attention to Slovak music as a source of inspiration.
Recording & Production
The Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, established in 1929, is the first professional symphony orchestra in Slovakia and has made numerous recordings for labels including Opus, Supraphon, Naxos, and Marco Polo.
Performer Biography
Ladislav Slovák served as principal conductor of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra from 1961 and undertook extensive international tours, including with the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra to New Zealand, Australia, Japan, China, India, and the USSR.
Composer Biography
Alexander Moyzes taught three generations of Slovak composers and headed the Bratislava Music Academy as Rector from 1965 to 1971.
Performer Biography
Ladislav Slovák, one of the most distinguished personalities in Slovak music, completed his conducting studies under Václav Talich and later became assistant to Evgeny Mravinsky with the Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra.
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