Chopin: Piano Concerto No. 1 - Dvořák: Symphony No. 8
12/9/2016, 7 Tracks, 1:15:59
Featuring
Krzysztof Książek
José Maria Florêncio
Santander Orchestra
Frédéric Chopin
Antonín Dvořák
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Performer Biography
José Maria Florêncio, the conductor on this album, is a Brazilian musician who has lived in Poland since 1985 and is a leading figure in the Polish musical world.
Performer Biography
José Maria Florêncio, the conductor, has received the Gloria Artis medal for his contributions to Polish culture and serves as the Honorary Consul of Brazil in Poland.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in the concert hall of the Krzysztof Penderecki European Centre for Music in Lusławice, Poland, in October 2016.
Recording & Production
The Krzysztof Penderecki European Centre for Music, where this album was recorded, focuses on inspiring young musicians through master courses, workshops, and lectures, emphasizing the master-student relationship.
Recording & Production
The Santander Orchestra project includes coaching sessions for young musicians on topics like self-presentation, media communication, finance, and copyright.
Recording & Production
The Santander Orchestra is an educational project for young Polish musicians, selected through a competition, who receive training from renowned conductors and tutors.
Performer Biography
Krzysztof Książek, the pianist, was a semi-finalist and received two special prizes at the 17th International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw.
