by Marek Zebrowski The Society of Polish Chamber Musicians (SPMK) was recently recognized as an “institution working for the public good “for their multifaceted activities in organizing concerts, festivals, conferences and competition, as well as publishing a number of books and musical scores. Such official designation allows Polish taxpayers to designate SPMK as the recipient…Continue Reading Support Chamber Music!
Intro here Everyone loves the music of Fryderyk Chopin, Poland’s most well-known composer. But, how many other Polish composers do you know? Learn more about Poland’s best composers from one of Poland’s best composers: Marta Ptaszyńska. Born in Warsaw and based in Chicago, Ptaszyńska has received many prestigious awards and honors for her work, including a…Continue Reading 12 Polish Composers You Should Know (Who Aren’t Chopin)
During the season opening concerts of their 74th season on October 5 and 6, the Orchestra and Choir of the Krakow Philharmonic will perform under the baton of the artistic director of the institution, Charles Olivieri-Munroe. The concert program includes one of the most well-known works of Russian composer Piotr Czajkowski – Piano Concerto No….Continue Reading Krakow Philharmonic 74th Season Opening Concert
Marek Zebrowski will give a lecture entitled “Paderewski and World Politics” and perform a solo piano recital (works by Chopin & Paderewski) at the Conservatoire de Musique de Lyon. Organized by the Polish Consulate, Lyon (Joanna Kozińska-Frybes, Consul General) Saturday, 29 September 2018 | 5:00 p.m. Polish Independence Celebration Conservatoire de Musique de Lyon Admission:…Continue Reading Polish Independence Celebration in Lyon, France
The Fryderyk Chopin University of Music in Warsaw announced its 19th Intensive Music Course and Festival entitled “Chopin–Górecki. Sources and Inspirations,” which will take place on 13–22 August. The festival showcases Polish composers from Chopin to Górecki through private lessons given by acclaimed international artists, master classes, concerts, lectures and an excursion around Poland. Courses…Continue Reading Chopin–Górecki: Sources and Inspirations Music Festival
Katarzyna Sadej (mezzo-soprano) and Barbara Bochenek (pianist) are working on recording the 33 songs composed by Witold Lutoslawski under the pen name “Derwid.” These “pop” songs were tangos, waltzes, and foxtrots specifically composed for Polish radio, but have been largely forgotten. The duo has begun recording in Los Angeles, but they are seeking sponsors to…Continue Reading Lutoslawski “Derwid” Recordings
Marek Zebrowski will be giving a lecture on 11 August titled “Through Music to Freedom: Paderewski and World Politics,” followed by a performance of Paderewski’s most famous solo piano compositions. An exhibit about Poland will be on display in the library’s courtyard from 1-4:30 p.m. This event is coordinated by Judith Graham from the Santa…Continue Reading Polish Independence Celebration in Santa Monica
Warsaw Philharmonic has announced that they are holding auditions for the post of: ORCHESTRAL TUTTI MUSICIAN – 2nd VIOLIN (FULL-TIME). Auditions for 1st and 2nd stages have been scheduled for: 24 September 2018. Interested persons should submit their applications and artistic bios no later than 10 September. Applications may be submitted in person at The…Continue Reading Warsaw Philharmonic Announces Auditions
Almost exactly one year ago, the PMC heard from a dear old friend (and a fabulous conductor of the National Philharmonic Orchestra), Piotr Gajewski. Piotr alerted us and our audience to the cause of Szymon Rywalski, a young Polish horn player who received a huge merit scholarship from Peabody Conservatory of Music in Baltimore, but…Continue Reading The Musical Adventures of Szymon Rywalski
The Witold Lutosławski Society has announced its 2018 competition for a scholarship granted by the Composer’s Family. A scholarship of $10,000 USD for master’s education abroad will be awarded to one Polish student or graduate of a national music school or college. Polish composition and performance students interested in the works of the 20th and…Continue Reading 2018 Witold Lutosławski Society Stipend