zenetudós
Zenetudós is the Hungarian term for a musicologist, a scholar who studies music in historical, theoretical, and cultural contexts.
Etymology and usage: The word combines zene, meaning music, with tudós, meaning scholar or learned person. In
Scope of work: Zenetudós researchers examine musical works, styles, practices, and repertoires; they conduct archival and
Education and career: Most zenetudós hold degrees in musicology or related fields, with many pursuing doctoral
History and notable figures: The Hungarian tradition of formal musicology developed in the late 19th and early
See also: In English-language contexts, the closest equivalent is musicologist; zenetudós reflects the specific Hungarian scholarly