Alexander Moyzes, a significant figure in modern Slovak music, studied organ, conducting, and composition at the Prague Conservatory, graduating in 1929.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Vítězslav Novák, Moyzes's master class teacher, directed Moyzes's attention to Slovak music, which became the source of his inspiration.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Moyzes created a compositional style that was thoroughly Slovak in inspiration, yet incorporated contemporary European music trends.
Recording & Production
The Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, established in 1929, was the first professional symphony orchestra in Slovakia.
Composer Biography
Alexander Moyzes, along with Eugen Suchoň and Ján Cikker, is considered one of the three leading composers of his generation in Slovakia.
Performer Biography
Ladislav Slovák served as Mravinsky's assistant with the Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra in 1954-55, focusing on Russian orchestral music.
Performer Biography
Ladislav Slovák, the conductor on this album, was influenced by two great conductor personalities: Václav Talich and Evgeny Mravinsky.
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