Karel Husa

Karel Husa was an important composer, the bulk of whose career took place in the last half of the 20th century. While he was generally ranked in the second tier among his contemporaries, his standing may change for the better in the coming decades. His expressive language, although sometimes employing serial techniques and other advanced methods, is far from difficult: Husa's rhythms and use of ostinatos impart sinew and drive to his music, and his orchestration is always assured and colorful. Among his important compositions are his Fantasies for Orchestra (1956), Third Strin...