Jiří Pauer

Jiří Pauer (1919–2007) was a Czech composer and music educator known for his vibrant orchestral works and operatic flair. A student of Alois Hába, Pauer blended modernist ideas with playful nods to folk traditions, crafting pieces like the whimsical "Chicken Serenade" and the dramatic opera *Zdravý nemocný* (based on Molière’s *The Imaginary Invalid*). He spent decades shaping Czech musical life as director of the Prague National Theatre and a composition professor at the Academy of Performing Arts. His catalog—from the lyrical *Oboe Concerto* to the bold cantata *Calling You, People!*—showcases his knack for blending drama, humor, and rich instrumental textures. Though less internationally famous than some peers, Pauer’s music remains a charming slice of 20th-century Czech classical innovation.

Genres

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Avant-garde

Opera

Chamber Music

Neoclassical

Czech Classical

Latest Release

Pauer: Characters, Chicken Serenade

Jiří Pauer•

Bedřich Tylšar

Album - 9 Tracks - Released December 21, 2017