Mácha, Otmar

Otmar Mácha (1922–2006) was a renowned Czech composer whose works span a wide range of vocal and instrumental music. Mácha composed chamber and symphonic music, as well as operas, oratorios, and cantatas. A notable part of his oeuvre is dedicated to children’s choirs, for whom he wrote a number of suites and Christmas songs, often inspired by folk music. Mácha skillfully blends folk motifs with elements of classical music, giving his compositions a unique character and melodic simplicity.