(1882–1967), Hungarian composer. His main source of inspiration was his native land; he was also involved in the collection and publication of Hungarian folk songs. Notable works: Psalmus Hungaricus (choral, 1923) and Háry János (opera, 1925–7).
Definition of Kodály, Zoltán in US English:
Kodály, Zoltán
proper nounkōˈdī(yə)
(1882–1967), Hungarian composer. He was deeply involved in the collection and publication of Hungarian folk songs. His works include Psalmus Hungaricus (1923) and the opera Háry János (1925–27).