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Alois Hába

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Alois Hába was a Czech composer known for his pioneering work in microtonal music, particularly his use of quarter tones and sixth tones. Active primarily in the early to mid-20th century, Hába contributed significantly to the development of modern classical music in Czechoslovakia. He also worked as a music theorist and educator, influencing a generation of composers with his innovative approaches to harmony and tuning systems.

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