Death

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August 18, 2006

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Symphony

 

Zdenek Tylsar was a renowned Czech French horn player and conductor who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born on 23rd February 1930 in Prague, Czechoslovakia, Tylsar was the son of a professional musician and grew up in a musical family. His father, Frantisek Tylsar, was a well-known French horn player and a member of the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra. Tylsar began playing the French horn at the age of ten and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. He received his early musical education at the Prague Conservatory, where he studied under the guidance of Professor Jindrich Kumpošt. Tylsar's exceptional skills on the French horn were soon recognized, and he was awarded several prizes and scholarships during his time at the conservatory. After completing his studies, Tylsar joined the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra in 1950, where he played as the principal French horn player for over two decades. During his time with the orchestra, Tylsar became known for his exceptional musicianship and his ability to bring out the best in his fellow musicians. He was also a sought-after soloist and performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Vienna Philharmonic, and the London Symphony Orchestra. In addition to his work as a performer, Tylsar was also a respected conductor. He served as the principal conductor of the Prague Symphony Orchestra from 1972 to 1978 and was the chief conductor of the Czech Radio Symphony Orchestra from 1980 to 1985. Tylsar's conducting was characterized by his attention to detail and his ability to bring out the nuances of the music. Throughout his career, Tylsar received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the world of classical music. In 1960, he was awarded the prestigious Merited Artist of the Czech Republic award, and in 1970, he was awarded the title of National Artist of the Czech Republic. Tylsar was also a recipient of the Order of Merit of the Czech Republic and the Order of Arts and Letters from the French government. One of Tylsar's most significant contributions to the world of classical music was his work as a teacher. He was a professor of French horn at the Prague Conservatory from 1965 to 1990 and taught many of the world's leading French horn players. Tylsar's teaching was characterized by his emphasis on technique and his ability to inspire his students to reach their full potential. Tylsar's legacy in the world of classical music is significant. He was a master of his instrument and a respected conductor and teacher. His contributions to the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra and the Prague Symphony Orchestra helped to establish these ensembles as world-class orchestras. Tylsar's recordings of the French horn repertoire are still considered some of the best in the world, and his influence on the next generation of French horn players is immeasurable. Sadly, Tylsar passed away on 3rd September 2018, at the age of 88. However, his legacy lives on through his recordings, his students, and the many musicians he inspired throughout his career. Tylsar's dedication to his craft and his passion for classical music will continue to inspire generations of musicians to come.

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