About Laszlo Melis
Lived 1953 – 2018 (aged 64). Laszlo Melis was a Hungarian composer, musician and violinist.
László Melis (14 August 1953 – 12 February 2018) was a Hungarian composer and violinist.
Style and career He writes primarily in the minimal style and his compositions are often characterized by a propulsive, bouncy quality. Melis was a founding member of the Hungarian new music group Group 180, which during its existence (1978–1990) performed and recorded five of his compositions.
Melis has composed music for film, winning the Award for Best Music for his work in the animated pieces, A szél ("The Wind") and Gyurmatek ("Clay Play") at the 2nd Kecskemét Animation Film Festival. He composed the score for the award-winning film Son of Saul. He has also worked extensively in theater, creating incidental music for theatrical productions. His compositions have been recorded by the BMC and Hungaroton labels.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Laszlo Melis?
Hungarian musician (1953–2018)
When was Laszlo Melis born?
Laszlo Melis was born on 14 August 1953 in Budapest.
When did Laszlo Melis die?
Laszlo Melis died on 12 February 2018.
What was Laszlo Melis's occupation?
Laszlo Melis was a composer, musician and violinist.
What nationality was Laszlo Melis?
Laszlo Melis was Hungarian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Laszlo Melis. https://biography.guide/laszlo-melis/
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