Vítězslav Novák
1870 — 1949
Vítězslav Augustín Rudolf Novák was a Czech composer and academic teacher at the Prague Conservatory. Stylistically, he was part of the neo-romantic tradition, and his music is considered an important example of Czech modernism. He worked towards a strong Czech identity in culture after the country became independent in 1918. His compositions include operas and orchestral works.
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From the period sources
Vítězslav Novák, born in Kamenitz an der Linde, Bohemia, was a pupil of the Prague Conservatory and later became a teacher in Prague, according to A Biographical Dictionary of Musicians (1905). His compositions include the symphonic poem “Auf der hohen Tatra,” the “Slovakische Suite,” and the overture “Marysa.” He also wrote chamber music, piano pieces, choruses, and songs.