Benedykt Konowalski's Concerto for flute and string orchestra is a single-movement piece that combines extensive lyrical sections with rhythm-driven parts and harmonic elements ranging from dissonant to neo-romantic.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Paweł Szymański, a contemporary Polish composer, draws inspiration from early and Baroque music, transforming these influences in an innovative and autonomous way.
Composer Biography
Benedykt Konowalski, a composer and conductor, was active in many areas, including conducting symphonic concerts, lecturing, and making world premiere recordings of contemporary works.
Composer Biography
Tadeusz Szeligowski, a Polish composer, studied with the legendary Nadia Boulanger in Paris and served as Chairperson of the Polish Composers' Union.
Performer Biography
Grzegorz Olkiewicz, the flutist on this album, was recognized early by critics as one of Poland's most outstanding flautists and performed with most Polish symphony orchestras.
Recording & Production
This album features recordings made at five different venues in Poland, including the Adam Mickiewicz University Auditorium and the Warsaw Philharmonic Chamber Hall.
Composer Biography
Feliks Rybicki, a Polish composer, is widely known for his collections of children's piano miniatures, such as 'I Begin to Play' and 'I Can Play Everything'.
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