Béla Bartók Hungarian Singer (1881–1945)
Béla Bartók · composer and classical pianist · Hungarian
Biography
Hungarian singer Béla Bartók was born on 25 March 1881 in Sânnicolau Mare. He passed away on 26 September 1945 at the age of 64.
Early life
He studied at Franz Liszt Academy of Music, finishing in 1903 and Gymnasium Grösslingová.
Career
His recordings are classed as opera and classical music. The records note piano as his instrument. Bluebeard's Castle, Concerto for Orchestra and Music for Strings, Percussion and Celesta are listed among his notable work.
Recognition
Béla Bartók received a Grammy Trustees Award in 1984. Further recognition came with the Knight of the Legion of Honour (1930) and a Kossuth Prize (1948). Altogether, 4 wins are listed.
Public roles
Béla Bartók was named member of the Provisional National Assembly in 1945.
Personal life
Marriages on record are to Márta Ziegler (1909 to 1923) and Ditta Pásztory-Bartók (1923 to 1945). He had 2 children on record.
Awards and nominations
4 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Grammy Trustees Award | Won | |
| 1948 | Kossuth Prize | Won | |
| 1930 | Knight of the Legion of Honour | Won | |
| Honorary Member of the International Society for Contemporary Music | Won |
Frequently asked questions
How old was Béla Bartók at the time of death?
Béla Bartók died on 26 September 1945 at the age of 64. He was born on 25 March 1881.
What is Béla Bartók’s nationality?
Béla Bartók was Hungarian, born in Sânnicolau Mare.
Who was Béla Bartók married to?
Béla Bartók’s marriages on record are to Ditta Pásztory-Bartók (1923 to 1945) and Márta Ziegler (1909 to 1923).
Has Béla Bartók won any awards?
Yes. 4 awards are on record, including Grammy Trustees Award (1984).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q83326), accessed October 2026
- Photo: RIA Novosti · CC BY-SA 3.0
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