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Composer Conductor Performer

Birth

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January 9, 1977 in Törökszentmiklós, Hungary

Genre

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Opera

 

Miklós Lukács is a renowned Hungarian classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on 22nd September 1978 in Budapest, Hungary. From a young age, Lukács showed a keen interest in music, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his passion. He began playing the piano at the age of six and later switched to the cimbalom, a Hungarian hammered dulcimer. Lukács received his formal education in music at the Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest, where he studied under the guidance of renowned cimbalom player, Kálmán Balogh. He graduated with honors in 2002 and went on to pursue a career in music. Lukács has performed extensively both in Hungary and abroad, showcasing his exceptional talent and skill on the cimbalom. He has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Konzerthaus in Vienna. One of Lukács' most notable performances was at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, where he performed as a soloist with the Hungarian Symphony Orchestra. He also performed at the opening ceremony of the 2012 UEFA European Football Championship in Warsaw, Poland. Lukács has collaborated with many renowned musicians and orchestras, including the Budapest Festival Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the London Symphony Orchestra. He has also worked with several contemporary composers, including Péter Eötvös and György Kurtág. In addition to his performances, Lukács is also a dedicated teacher and has taught at several music schools and universities in Hungary and abroad. He has also conducted masterclasses and workshops for aspiring cimbalom players. Lukács has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the world of music. In 2003, he was awarded the Junior Prima Prize, which recognizes outstanding young artists in Hungary. He was also awarded the Franz Liszt Prize in 2011, one of the highest honors in Hungarian music. Lukács has recorded several albums, including "Cimbalom Solo," "Cimbalom Stories," and "Cimbalom Unlimited." His recordings have received critical acclaim and have been praised for their technical brilliance and musicality. In addition to his classical music performances, Lukács has also explored other genres of music, including jazz and world music. He has collaborated with several jazz musicians, including saxophonist Mihály Dresch and pianist Gábor Gadó. Lukács' contribution to the world of music has been significant, and his exceptional talent and skill on the cimbalom have earned him a place among the most respected classical music artists of his generation. His dedication to teaching and his commitment to promoting the cimbalom as a serious instrument have also made him a valuable asset to the world of music education.

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