Frigyes Hidas was a Hungarian composer known for his diverse body of work that spanned opera, ballet, symphonic music, and a notable contribution to wind ensemble and brass music. Born in 1928, Hidas became one of Hungary’s most prominent 20th-century composers, especially admired for his ability to fuse classical traditions with accessible melodic lines and lively rhythms. A graduate of the Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest, he worked extensively as a conductor and music director, including a tenure at the National Theatre in Budapest.
Hidas had a special talent for writing for wind instruments and left behind a rich catalog of brass and woodwind chamber pieces, concertos, and band works that are still performed internationally today. His compositions often reflect lyrical warmth and a strong sense of structure, making them favorites among performers and audiences alike. He passed away in 2007, but his music continues to resonate with fans of contemporary classical and wind ensemble repertoire.
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