The new issue of Martinů Revue has been published

The latest issue of Martinů Revue (January–June 2026) brings the latest news on developments surrounding Bohuslav Martinů both at home and abroad. Readers will find reports on significant recordings, concert projects, and research activities, as well as interviews with performers and musicologists who have long been dedicated to the composer’s work.

For example, you can look forward to the first part of a major research feature, Bohuslav Martinů in the Clutches of the Czechoslovak State Security, which sheds new light on surveillance practices, political pressure, and Martinů’s attitude to the communist regime. (pages 10–13)

The new book by painter Veronika Bílková will have an especial appeal to lovers of the visual arts, but will be of interest to all Martinů devotees. Our in-depth interview with the author discusses her vivid illustrations and her unique view of Martinů’s world. (pages 14-16)

The international reach of Martinů’s music is highlighted in Christian Arming conducts Martinů in Hiroshima, an extensive conversation on the symphonies and the special resonance of Martinů’s works in that city. (pages 4-5)

This issue also includes an important announcement from the IMC Chairman Michael Crump, outlining significant structural changes within the International Martinů Circle and their impact on future activities. (page 18)

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Complete Contents of Issue 1/2026

News

• New complete recording of symphonies released by Deutsche Grammophon  (Bamberger Symphoniker, Jakub Hrůša).

Highlights

• Opera – What Men Live By?
• Ballet – Avant-Garde / Lovebirds (Goecke) – Double Concerto H 271

Review

• Concert with Zemlinsky Quartet – 30th anniversary of the Martinů Institute. Author: Lucia Maloveská

Interview

• Christian Arming conducts Martinů in Hiroshima. Authors: Yukiko Sawa, Michael Crump

Martinů & Politics

• Bohuslav Martinů on the side of the Hungarians. Author: Vít Zouhar

Reviews – Bohuslav Martinů Days 2025

• When the choir sings from the heart – Opening concert. Author: Markéta Zahradníková
• Aristocratic elegance – Igor Ardašev recital. Author: Jana Rambousková
• A richness of color – Closing concert. Author: Zuzana Dřízalová

Research

Bohuslav Martinů “in the clutches” of the Czechoslovak State Security / Part 1. Authors: Gabriela Coufalová & Vít Zouhar

Interview

• Veronika Bílková: Bohuslav Martinů – Music in Colour. Author: Lucie Harasim Berná.

Martinů Abroad

• String Quartet Biennale Amsterdam 2026. Author: Gert Floor

IMC News

• An important announcement from the IMC Chairman. Author: Michael Crump

News

• Jakub Hrůša named Artist of the Year at the ICMA
• Pavel Haas Quartet also triumphs

Publication

• Monika Holá: Martinů Family – The Composer’s Roots in Polička

Festival Program

• Bohuslav Martinů Days 2026 – Program overview