One of Busoni's finest pupils, Zadora captured the intellect and angst of his mentor. Too little is known of his life, other than Zadora having taught, composed a few works in his name and under the alias of Amadis, concertized, and continued transcribing organ works in Busoni's way. Zadora's playing emphasized speed and his many records offer thrilling experiences when tempi are fast, such as in Debussy's Toccata. His aesthetic represents an uncertain departure from Busoni's neo-classicism and Futurism towards unknown terrain. There is always the sense of an evolution in progress, as the works' structures are always clear and decisive, yet their message being redefined. His playing of Busoni's Sonatina super Carmen is a great example of Busoni's own style. If any of his writings or words will ever emerge, one may better understand him some day
© Allan Evans, 1996