Károly Botvay

cellist

Sopron, 29 December 1932

Full member of the Hungarian Academy of Arts (2012–)

During his studies it soon became clear that Károly Botvay’s true field was chamber music, especially the string quartet. As a student at the Academy of Music, he and his brother formed the Feld-Botvay String Quartet,

Commander's Cross of the Hungarian Order of Merit

One of the four highest Hungarian state decorations is the Order of Merit of Hungary, whose grades are awarded to individuals who have demonstrated exemplary activity in culture, science, art, or their own professional field – to promote Hungary’’s interests and the advancement of universal human values.

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1997

governmental award

Franz Liszt Award

The highest musical award granted by the Hungarian state in recognition of outstanding musical and performing arts achievements.

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1970

governmental award

Kossuth Prize, Third Class

The highest Hungarian state decoration for the cultivation and preservation of Hungarian culture.

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1965

governmental award

Franz Liszt Award

The highest musical award granted by the Hungarian state in recognition of outstanding musical and performing arts achievements.

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