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December 2, 1985 in Lausanne, Switzerland

 

Géza Hosszu-Legocky was a Hungarian-born classical music artist who made a significant impact on the world of music during his lifetime. Born on January 1, 1934, in Budapest, Hungary, Hosszu-Legocky showed an early interest in music and began playing the violin at the age of six. He quickly demonstrated a natural talent for the instrument and began studying with some of the most renowned violinists of his time. Hosszu-Legocky's early years were marked by a series of significant accomplishments. He won his first major competition at the age of 12, taking first prize in the Hungarian National Violin Competition. This early success set the stage for a long and illustrious career in music. Throughout his teenage years, Hosszu-Legocky continued to hone his skills as a violinist, studying with some of the most respected teachers in Europe. He also began to perform in public, giving concerts throughout Hungary and other parts of Europe. His performances were widely praised for their technical virtuosity and emotional depth, and he quickly gained a reputation as one of the most promising young violinists of his generation. In 1956, Hosszu-Legocky left Hungary and emigrated to the United States. He settled in New York City, where he continued to study and perform. He quickly established himself as a leading figure in the classical music world, performing with some of the most prestigious orchestras and conductors of his time. One of Hosszu-Legocky's most significant accomplishments was his performance of the complete cycle of Bach's solo violin works. This was a monumental undertaking, requiring a deep understanding of Bach's music and a high level of technical skill. Hosszu-Legocky's performances of these works were widely praised for their clarity, precision, and emotional depth. Hosszu-Legocky also made a significant contribution to the world of contemporary music. He was a champion of new music, and he worked closely with many of the leading composers of his time. He premiered numerous works by composers such as Elliott Carter, George Crumb, and György Ligeti, and he was widely regarded as one of the most important interpreters of contemporary music. Throughout his career, Hosszu-Legocky received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the world of music. He was awarded the Kossuth Prize, Hungary's highest cultural honor, in 1985, and he was also awarded the Order of Merit of the Republic of Hungary in 1994. In addition, he received numerous awards and honors from music organizations and universities throughout the world. Hosszu-Legocky's career was cut short by his untimely death in 1998. However, his legacy lives on through his recordings and the many musicians he inspired during his lifetime. He was a true master of his craft, and his contributions to the world of music will be remembered for generations to come.

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