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“Teach music and singing at school in such a way that it is not a torture but a joy for the pupil; instill a thirst for finer music in him, a thirst which will last for a lifetime.”

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Zoltan Kodaly

Zoltán Kodály (December 16, 1882 – March 6, 1967) was a renowned Hungarian composer, ethnomusicologist, and music educator. He is best known for his extensive collection and study of Hungarian folk music, collaborating with Béla Bartók to advance ethnomusicology. Kodály's compositions, such as 'Háry János Suite' and 'Variations on a Hungarian Folksong (The Peacock),' blend folk elements with modern techniques. He developed the Kodály Method, a globally influential music education approach emphasizing singing, rhythm training, and musical literacy. Kodály dedicated his life to reviving Hungarian musical heritage and is regarded as one of the fathers of Hungarian music. more

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