21/02/2026
One of the most important composers of the 20th and 21st Centuries celebrates his centenary today. György Kurtág was born 19 February 1926, and studied as a composer and pianist. His works are characterised by their depth, curiosity and their fragmented, fundamental nature.
Soprano and Kurtág scholar Dr Rebecca Hardwick says "It’s a privilege to be alive at the same time as György Kurtág turns 100, and to be in anticipation of the premiere of his new opera. The way in which his writing is technically demanding but with a profound understanding of the singing voice, and what it is to be human, makes him one of the most exciting composers in history to study. He uniquely bridges the gap between tradition and contemporary practice."
