Simon Géza Gábor: „Csillogó fekete lemezeken…” 100 éves a magyar hanglemezgyártás és -forgalmazás (Budapest, 2008)
World premieres Hungaroton made its name internationally with the recordings of classical music premieres. This is a sector where a publisher of such stature can estimate demand more or less accurately. The expansion in repertoire was welcomed by the performing artists who often became known - and in lucky cases - could launch their international career with such recordings. Stars of classical music Alongside the opera singers, Hungarian instrumental soloists and conductors also played an important role in supporting and strengthening the prestige of Hungarian music education and the performing arts.