the sorcery of gabor szabo
A Discography, Biography And Appreciation – By Douglas Payne
Gabor Szabo (1936-82) was one of the most original jazz guitarists to emerge in the 1960s. Mixing his Hungarian folk music heritage with a deep love of jazz, he crafted a most unusual, largely self-taught sound. This site – which launched in 1996 – is dedicated to Gabor Szabo’s jazz journey and musical legacy.
September 2026: Gábor Szabó 90: A “pop-up” exhibition celebrating the life and legacy of guitarist Gábor Szabó
June 2026: Saxophonist Charles Lloyd visits Szabo memorial with artist Máté Jankovics
May 2026: Adrian Quesada Covers Gabor Szabo’s “The Divided City” (2026)
