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Laszlo Melis Obituary

SAD NEWS | Hungarian Film Score Composer & Violinist László Melis Has Died

Hungarian film score composer and violinist László Melis has passed away - aged 65

Hungarian film score composer and violinist László Melis has passed away - aged 65.

A graduate of the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music, in Budapest, Hungary, he served as a founding member of the Hungarian contemporary music ensemble Group 180 - from 1978 to 1990. 

He is best known for his movie scores to the award winning animated films 'A szél' and 'Gyurmatek' - and Hungarian director László Nemes’ acclaimed Auschwitz work 'Son of Saul'.

Our condolences are with Mr Melis' family, friends, and colleagues.

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